My puppy has hip dysplasia. What are my options without surgery?

Question

Dear Doctor , I have a puppy 7 month old ,cane Corso (Italian mastiff ) till three month old the way she walking was kind of strange the back legs movement looked awkward ( moving up stairs 5 steps as max ,like a bunny) now as I mentioned she is 7month old &I think she moved with the left back leg 2weeks ago more awkwardly ,so I decided to make her X-Ray and the doctor told me this is Hip dysplisia type E. Question : I can't afford operation ,if I left the dog as it is ,how would it be later? Pet's info: Dog | Cane Corso | Female | unspayed | 60 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, thank you using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I am so sorry for your concerns about Madiidda. Her x-rays show very severe subluxation of the one hip, & a very shallow acetabulum of the other. This will never get better on its own, & as she ages, she will experience more & more pain possibly to the point where she may no longer be able to walk. A lot has to do with how you manage her growth, weight, exercise/conditioning, and use of joint supplements & pain medications. You may not be able to afford the surgery now, but perhaps in a couple of years, you might be able to. The important thing is to keep her a tad underweight, regular gentle exercise, & start her on a good glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate supplement. Omega fatty acids can be of some benefit in helping the inflammation in her hips. Work closely with your veterinarian about weight control, medications, & possibly even a veterinarian who practices some alternative modalities such as acupuncture & massage therapy. Here in the US, we even have specialists in canine rehabilitation medicine, where underwater treadmills, water therapy, & special balance exercises can all help to strengthen the muscles around the hips to make life better for Madidda. I wish you all the best that she does well. She is a beautiful girl.

My puppy has hip dysplasia. What are my options without surgery?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

My male dog's penis is stuck out and his scrotum has a painful rash.

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

Why is my 5-week-old chick struggling to walk with splayed legs?

Dog licking paws, fur loss, and jaw wound: Could it be allergies?

Is there a chart for dog food protein biological value and digestibility?

Why does my puppy have bloody, mucousy stools despite diet changes?

Share