Conditions
What is canine elbow dysplasia?
The word “dysplasia” means “abnormality of development”. The elbow is a complex joint because it involves the articulation of three bones. If the three bones do not fit together absolutely perfectly as a result of... more»
What is the cranial cruciate ligament?
The cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) in dogs is the same as the “anterior” cruciate ligament (ACL) in humans. It is a band of tough fibrous tissue that attaches the femur (thigh bone) to the tibia (shin... more»
What is OC?
OC is a developmental disease. It involves failure of normal development of the bone and cartilage of a joint surface during the first few months of life, resulting in an area of excessive thickening of the cartilage. This thickening... more»
What is canine hip dysplasia?
The word “dysplasia” means “abnormality of development”. Hip dysplasia is a genetic condition in which there is a tendency towards development of hip laxity early in life. Hip dysplasia is not congenital, because... more»
What should I expect if my pet requires treatment for severe trauma?
Your pet will be assessed by one of our senior orthopaedic surgeons, who will ensure that any life-threatening injuries are addressed urgently and that the best possible pain... more»
How can I tell if my dog has a shoulder joint problem?
There are many disorders affecting the shoulder joint that can affect all ages of dogs and which can occasionally also affect cats. Limping is the usual problem noted at home. There is usually... more»
What is patellar luxation?
The patella (kneecap) is a small bone that is positioned immediately above the tendon of insertion of the quadriceps muscle group onto the top of the tibia (shin). The patella acts as a fulcrum during normal extension of... more»
What is an angular limb deformity (ALD)?
An angular or rotational limb deformity is a pathological abnormality in the spatial alignment of any limb. The consequences of ALD are functional lameness as a result of abnormal posture, and painful... more»
How can I tell if my dog has an injury to the carpus?
There are three common forms of injury to the carpus:
(1) The first form affects puppies and involves an abnormality in the development in the ligaments supporting the joint. Affected... more»