Elbow dysplasia (ED) occurs with developmental abnormalities in a dog’s elbow joint that could be caused by genetics, trauma or other issues. ED is typically seen in large to giant dogs, particularly…

Osteoarthritis (OA), also known as degenerative joint disease, is the most common form of arthritis in dogs. OA is the loss of cartilage that protects the ends of bones in most joints.…

Just like the ACL in humans, the cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) is an important stabilizing structure in the knees of dogs and cats. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the most common injuries…

Canine Hip Dysplasia (CHD) is the deterioration of the hip joint that can start early in a puppy’s life. Over time, the loose joint creates hip pain and limping because the femoral…

Hip Luxation or Coxofemoral Luxation is typically caused by trauma when the femoral head slips out of the socket. Typically, the ligaments or soft tissues around the joint have been injured and…

Osteochondritis Dissecans (OCD) is a shoulder issue, often seen in underdeveloped, large and giant dogs. It happens when cartilage doesn’t form as it should in the shoulder, leading to a lesion and…