Blog
Save
Email
Print
ShareHip dysplasia is a hereditary disease that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause crippling lameness and painful arthritis of the joints.
See also:
It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
It can be found in many animals and occasionally in humans, but is most commonly associated with dogs, and is not uncommon in many dog breeds, particularly the larger breeds.
Hip dysplasia is one of the most studied veterinary conditions in dogs, and the most common single cause of arthritis of the hips.
In humans it occurs at a rate of about 4 births per thousand (0.4%) In dogs, there is considerable evidence that genetics plays a large role in the development of this defect.
There might be several contributing genetic factors, including a femur that does not fit correctly into the pelvic socket, or poorly developed muscles in the pelvic area.
Large and giant breeds are susceptible to hip dysplasia, and Cocker spaniels and Shetland sheepdogs are also known to suffer from it.
Cats are also known to have this condition, especially Siamese.
For more information about the topic Hip dysplasia, read the full article at Wikipedia.org, or see the following related articles:
Joint — A joint (articulation) is the location at which two bones make contact (articulate). Joints are constructed to both allow movement and provide ... > read more
Dog skin disorders — Dog skin disorders are among the most common health problems in dogs. Skin disorders in dogs have many causes, and many of the common skin disorders ... > read more
Golden Retriever — The Golden Retriever is a very popular breed of dog. It was developed as a retrieving dog to use while hunting wild fowl. Today it is one of the most ... > read more
Mixed-breed dog — A mixed-breed dog, also called a mutt (shortened from muttonhead), crossbreed, mongrel, tyke, cur, or random-bred dog, is a dog that is a mixture of ... > read more
Dog health — The domestic dog's health is possibly one of the best-studied areas in veterinary medicine, since the dog has had such a long and close relationship ... > read more
Veterinary medicine — Veterinary medicine is the application of medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic principles to companion, domestic, exotic, wildlife, and production ... > read more
Orthopedic surgery — Orthopedic surgery or orthopedics (Commonwealth: "orthopaedics") is the branch of surgery concerned with acute, chronic, traumatic, and recurrent ... > read more
Renal cell carcinoma — Renal cell carcinoma, also known by the eponym Grawitz tumor, is the most common form of kidney cancer arising from the renal tubule. It is the most ... > read moreEditor's Note: This article is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Recommend this page on Facebook, Twitter,
and Google +1:
Other bookmarking and sharing tools:
more 