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Section: Prevention In-depth
When lameness is due to a fracture, most fractures occur secondary to severe traumatic events and can therefore be prevented by keeping your dog on a leash. Spaying or neutering your pet will reduce the tendency to wander that can lead to trauma and fractures. Careful containment with fencing can also be helpful.Sometimes lameness is secondary to nutritional problems. Dogs should be fed a carefully balanced diet to ensure a strong and healthy skeleton. In the case of "homemade recipes," consult with your veterinarian so that vital minerals and vitamins for good bone development and maintenance are adequately provided.Monitor your puppy's growth, checking on limb length and straightness. If any bowing or abnormal curvature seems to be developing, consult with your veterinarian. The number one nutritional disorder in small animals is obesity, a problem that can lead to, and exacerbate many causes of frontleg and hindleg lameness.
Hip dysplasia is a painful, crippling disease that causes a dog’s hip to weaken, deteriorate and become arthritic. Learn about the typical onsets, signs, diagnosis and treatment of hip dysplasia in dogs....
Panosteitis is an inflammation involving the bones of young, growing dogs. This condition occurs spontaneously and ultimately resolves on its own. Of all the bone diseases of growing dogs, panosteitis...
The cranial cruciate ligament is located within the knee joint. This ligament can be torn as a result of an acute traumatic event or due to a slow progressive breakdown. Ruptured cruciate ligaments most...
Degenerative joint disease (DJD), or arthritis, affects the smooth articular cartilage of the joint. When it becomes worn, raw bone surfaces become exposed and rub together. DJD is the result, causing...
Elbow dysplasia refers to the abnormal development of certain parts of the elbow joint during the growing phase of a dog’s life. The exact cause is unknown, but it may be due to genetic factors, over-nutrition...
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