My ex recently adopted a German shepherd puppy, and X-rays show Arlo faces hip issues. Fortunately there is now a fairly simple procedure that will head off the crippling hips that break shepherd owners' hearts. If you have a young pup prone to dysplasia, here is an answer to prayer.
https://www.animalsurgicalcenter.com/co ... dysplasia/
This friend is every bit as sweet as he looks.
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Hip dysplasia surgery for pups
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Re: Hip dysplasia surgery for pups
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Re: Hip dysplasia surgery for pups
That's cool! I've never had a Shepherd but that's a great thing to know.
Great picture too!
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Great picture too!
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Re: Hip dysplasia surgery for pups
Sadly there are lots of Shepard’s that suffer from H. D. Thanks for the link, I’ll share it!
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Re: Hip dysplasia surgery for pups
Gunny, my ex knew going in that the breeder didn't guarantee hips. I am just glad there is an option -- because of course now they have bonded deeply.