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Fact SheetDisorder: Hip DysplasiaVariety of Poodle Affected: Toy, Miniature & Standard Description: Malformation of the hip joint in which the ball and socket do not properly fit together Symptoms: Mildly dysplastic dogs may not exhibit any outward signs. Moderate to severe cases may exhibit rear end lameness and/or discomfort when getting up. Arthritis often occurs over time from wearing on the hip joint. Mode of Inheritance:Polygenic (both sire & dam must carry genes to produce dysplastic offspring) with environmental influences. Method of Diagnosis: Radiograph (x-ray) Age of Diagnosis: 12+ months*
Where To Submit X-Rays: Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
2300 Nifong Blvd.
Columbia, MO 65201
*The OFA evaluates & certifies hips at 24+ months
Treatment: Use of an oral analgesic (i.e., aspirin under a veterinarian's care) may relieve the pain of mildly dysplastic dogs. Use of cosequin or glycoflex may help pain and/or delay onset of arthirits. Severely dysplastic dogs may require surgery at approximately $1,000+ per hip. Recommendations: Every dog being used in a breeding program should have its hips x-rayed prior to being bred. Only dogs that have normal hips should be considered for breeding. Dogs that produce dysplastic offspring are carriers for hip dysplasia, although they may have normal hips themselves. Great care must be taken to avoid breeding a known carrier to another carrier. The information contained above is based on published research current at the time of writing and is accurate to the best of VIP's knowledge. For more information regarding Hip Dysplasia go to: Penn-Hip FAQ |
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