My puppy has cow hocks. Is it genetic, treatable, or safe to breed?

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Can cow jock in puppies be cured? And is this genetic? And can you breed a dog with cow hock. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 5 months and 16 days old

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Being "cow-hocked" is a conformational anomaly. It is hereditary and it is not recommended to breed affected dogs. This condition is often associated with abnormalities elsewhere in the hindlimbs....hip dysplasia most often. You should have her examined by a vet and get some x-rays taken to evaluate the hips. The way Jade is standing in the photo makes me worried that she may have hip dysplasia. Hope this answers your question. Best wishes.

My puppy has cow hocks. Is it genetic, treatable, or safe to breed?

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