Questions tagged [lameness]
What are the symptoms of elbow dysplasia in Rottweilers?
Category: Breed-Specific Health Issues
Elbow dysplasia is a common orthopedic condition in Rottweilers and other large-breed dogs. It is a developmental disorder that affects the elbow joint, leading to pain, lameness, and arthritis over time. The condition arises from abnormal growth of the bones that form the elbow joint, including the...
What are the symptoms of elbow dysplasia in Golden Retrievers?
Category: Breed-Specific Health Issues
Elbow dysplasia is a common orthopedic condition in Golden Retrievers and other large breed dogs. It is a developmental disorder that affects the elbow joint, leading to pain, lameness, and arthritis over time. The condition arises from abnormal growth of the bones that form the elbow joint, includi...
How do you handle a dog with a dislocated knee?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a dislocated knee, also known as a luxating patella, requires immediate attention and careful management to prevent further injury and ensure proper healing. A dislocated knee occurs when the patella (kneecap) moves out of its normal position in the groove of the femur, causing p...
What are the signs of a bone tumor in dogs?
Category: Health and Wellness
Bone tumors in dogs, particularly osteosarcoma, are a serious health concern and can significantly impact a dog's quality of life. Recognizing the signs early is crucial for timely diagnosis and treatment. Below is a detailed explanation of the signs, background information, and practical advice for...
What should you do if your dog is limping but has no visible injury?
Category: First Aid
If your dog is limping but has no visible injury, it is important to approach the situation methodically to determine the cause and provide appropriate care. Limping, also known as lameness, can result from a variety of issues, ranging from minor strains to more serious underlying conditions. Here i...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken metacarpal?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken metacarpal requires immediate attention and careful management to prevent further injury and ensure proper healing. The metacarpals are the long bones in a dog's paw, located between the wrist and the toes. A fracture in this area can cause significant pain, sw...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken sesamoid?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken sesamoid requires careful attention to both immediate care and long-term management. Sesamoid bones are small, pea-shaped bones embedded within tendons, typically found near joints like the wrist or hock. In dogs, these bones are most commonly located in the fo...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken navicular?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken navicular bone requires immediate attention and careful management to prevent further injury and ensure proper healing. The navicular bone, located in the paw, is a small but critical bone that plays a significant role in weight-bearing and movement. A fracture...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken radial sesamoid?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken radial sesamoid requires careful attention to both immediate care and long-term management. The radial sesamoid is a small bone located near the wrist joint in dogs, and while it is not a weight-bearing bone, it plays a role in stabilizing the joint and support...
How do you handle a dog with a suspected broken ulnar sesamoid?
Category: First Aid
Handling a dog with a suspected broken ulnar sesamoid requires careful attention to both immediate care and long-term management. The ulnar sesamoid is a small bone located near the carpus (wrist) in dogs, and while it is not a weight-bearing bone, it plays a role in stabilizing the joint and suppor...