Summary of Pennhip research

A detailed summary of how the PennHIP analysis is conducted for canines is presented. The reliability of method, risk of developing degenerative joint disease, the heritability of the disorder and the bio-mechanics of joint laxity will be discussed. Continue reading Summary of Pennhip research

JPS : early treatment for dysplasia

JPS as early treatment

OBJECTIVE: To examine the effects of juvenile pubic symphysiodesis (JPS) on hip joint conformation, hip laxity, gait, and the development of degenerative joint disease (DJD) in dysplastic puppies operated at 15 and 20 weeks of age. Continue reading JPS : early treatment for dysplasia