What are the causes of hip dysplasia?
The primary cause of hip dysplasia is genetic. Parents with hip dysplasia are more likely to yield puppies with hip dysplasia, although breeding normal parents does not ensure the puppies will be free of hip dysplasia. Overfeeding puppies can also result in hip dysplasia. And finally, trauma can cause hip malformation and secondary arthritis which looks similar to hip dysplasia. What breeds get hip dysplasia? Any dog or cat can develop hip dysplasia. However, hip dysplasia is most common in large to giant breed dogs. Saint Bernards, rottweilers, German shepherds and Labrador retrievers are a few examples. What are the symptoms of hip dysplasia? Dogs with hip dysplasia can exhibit a variety of clinical signs. Bunny hopping, reluctance to go for long walks or play or jump into the car, standing or walking with the feet close together, and slowing down in general, are common clinical signs. These signs usually come on gradually. Dogs with acute, clear-cut lamenesses usually have a differe
