Dog hip dysplasia causes an irregularity of the fit of the upper end of the dogs leg bone in the hip joint. This is a common skeletal condition.
Canine hip dysplasia is not merely a dislocated hip. With hip dysplasia, there may be torn or irregular cartilage present in the hip joint. The canine hip dysplasia can be caused by improper growth and formation of the hip joint.
Hip dysplasia is more common in large dog breeds though some other dog breeds are also susceptible to this condition. Despite the general tendency of large dogs to develop hip dysplasia, Bulldogs and Pugs are most prone to this condition than any other dog breeds. Hip dysplasia is least common among Italian Greyhounds and German Pinschers.
Many cases of dog hip dysplasia have a genetic cause. Injury to the hip joint can also cause hip dysplasia. Puppies that are at least four months old can be evaluated for hip dysplasia. X-rays may be used to diagnose hip dysplasia.
The spine and knees may develop problems related to the hip dysplasia. If a dog develops hip dysplasia, there are many treatment options. If the condition is not treated, it can lead to pain and lameness. Arthritis may develop in the affected joints.
Conservative treatment of hip dysplasia includes the management of the dogs weight and exercise. If the dog needs to lose weight, weight loss can reduce the strain on the hip joint. The veterinarian may reduce the dogs exercise or increase it to an ideal level.
Medications may be prescribed as part of the treatment for dog hip dysplasia. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory pain relievers, glucosamine, and medications to treat any arthritis present are commonly used.
If the noninvasive treatment methods fail, the veterinarian may recommend a surgical treatment. Hip replacement surgery is one of the many surgical treatment options for dog hip dysplasia.
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