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Surgical Options for UAP

Ununited anconeal process (UAP) There are several surgical options that may be considered for young dogs diagnosed with UAP. These include: Arthroscopy to evaluate the entire joint Reattaching the anconeal process with a screw Ulnar osteotomy to relieve tension on […]

The Role of Surgery for CCL Disease

Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease, also referred to as CCL rupture, is among the most common causes for pelvic limb lameness in dogs and should be ruled out prior to treating a dog for simply presumed hip arthritis. See this […]

Arthritis: The basics

What does arthritis mean for my dog? Dogs, like their caregivers, can develop arthritis in any of their joints. Recent research shows that 40% of dogs under the age of 4 years old have evidence of arthritis on x-rays, and […]

VIDEO: Ortolani exam to test for hip dysplasia

Dr. Kirkby Shaw demonstrates how to do an Ortolani exam for hip laxity. NOTE: There is no audio for this video.

Developmental Orthopedic Disease:
What is Elbow Dysplasia?

Elbow Dysplasia (ED) is a type of developmental orthopedic disease and a common cause of lameness in growing dogs. It affects the joints and eventually leads to arthritis in the elbow. Elbow Dysplasia Overview Elbow Dysplasia is defined as abnormal […]

Developmental Orthopedic Disease:
What is Hip Dysplasia?

Hip Dysplasia (HD) is a type of developmental orthopedic disease and a common cause of lameness in dogs. Hip Dysplasia is a condition that dogs are born with that eventually leads to arthritis in the hip. Hip Dysplasia Overview The […]

Non-surgical management of CCL disease

When is non-surgical management off CCL disease recommended? If your dog has a tear or sprain in their CCL (read more here), surgery is typically the fastest way of returning your pet to an active lifestyle and considered the gold-standard, […]

What is the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL)
and Why Does it Rupture?

Watch this video for a detailed description of what the CCL is and why it gets injured in dogs. Read this article to learn about surgery for CCL disease. CCL Overview (Similar to the ACL in Humans!) The cranial cruciate […]