Luxating Patella in Dogs

yorkshire terrier with luxating patella

The post Luxating Patella in Dogs appeared first on HandicappedPets.com.

A dog’s kneecap should sit comfortably in a dog’s femur. A luxating patella occurs when the kneecap temporarily dislocates and shifts out of its normal position, sometimes referred to as a “floating kneecap”. A patellar luxation is one of the most common causes of hind leg lameness in dogs and extremely common in small dogs. […]

The post Luxating Patella in Dogs appeared first on HandicappedPets.com.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Sharing the Love: Capturing Your Pet’s Golden Years

Image
Our dogs are such endearing and faithful companions that we love every moment we spend with them until their final days. We love to pet, play, and take photographs, and that shouldn’t change just because they’ve reached their golden years. This is a chance to celebrate all of the good times. Once you’ve taken those wonderful glamor shots, put them online and share them with your friends and pet companions. If you’ve never used social media before or are unsure how to capture the glory of your furry friends, know that we’re here to help. In this guide, we’ll talk… The post Sharing the Love: Capturing Your Pet’s Golden Years appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .
Read more

The Benefits of a Small Dog Wheelchair

Image
Mobility issues and difficulty walking can impact any sized pet, even our smallest fur babies. Nothing is harder than watching your dog struggle to stand and walk on their own. An adjustable dog wheelchair is built to support your dog’s legs and give them the freedom to move and regain their independence.  Pet mobility problems impact all breeds, ages, as well as different sized pets. Small dogs and cats are no exception. Your pet may be small, but even the tiniest pets are at risk for weakening back legs, joint pain, and paralysis. Helping your small dog to walk again… The post The Benefits of a Small Dog Wheelchair appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .
Read more

Should You Get a Blind Dog Halo?

Image
A Blind Dog Halo is an invaluable tool to help a sight-impaired pup to get around safely! Like the way a cane is used to support a blind person check their surroundings for any obstacles and helps a pet with vision loss determine where they are and if it’s safe to walk without bumping into something. The extra assistance gives pets the confidence they need to explore and move around with ease. Of course, not every blind dog may need an assistive device like the Blind Dog Halo, but many dogs with sight issues can benefit from using one.  If… The post Should You Get a Blind Dog Halo? appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog .
Read more