Luxating Patellas in a Dog.

Toy Breeds and occasionally larger breed dogs can be affected by a kneecap that will slide in and out of place. If the knee is never painful( whining, holding leg up, shaking), no treatment is required. Some limping is of a mechanical nature when the kneecap goes in and out of place and the dog feels the pressure, but no pain. Many dogs hop a bit their whole life off and on, without pain, and live with the defect.

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Pets & Animals

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• luxating
• patella
• dog

[Jvive3o5]

Great Video Dr, really cleared up a lot of questions I had, My Yorkie was Diagnosed with a Mild Level 2, almost Level 1, He never really shows Signs of Pain, and he LOVES going on his walks and running in the grass, actually after he runs he is moving way better. Do you think surgery would be a better solution or not truly necessary?

[DrGregDVM]

@Jvive3o5 Many dogs live their whole lives without symptoms even with mild conditions. Exercise will strengthen his legs and keep everything lined up. You may to to wait and watch for signs of limping or discomfort before you decide to do surgery. I would make sure he has glucosamine chondroitin supplements or like my dogs do...raw chicken wings twice weekly....really! Google Dog Dish Diet written by Greg Martinez (me)

[JudgeSK]

Very informative, thank you! Now I understand why water "running" strengthen my muscles and I avoided knee surgery!

[DrGregDVM]

@JudgeSK Good job taking your health in your own hands.Health can be hard work, but the results are worth it!

[Msfuckingpandas]

love your videos, they inspire me to also become a veterinarian someday....

animals are so interesting arent they?

[DrGregDVM]

@Msfuckingpandas Animals are our partners on this precious earth. Animals have taught us many lessons that have helped us live better lives. Veterinary medicine is a great job!

[isabella8885]

lol love your videos

[tjgml7566]

Your Video

Thank you always.