What to expect out of this session
Things to look out for
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Generally occurs between the ages of 4 to 8 months when rapid growth is occuring
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Limping on a forelimb
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Condition appears to improve with rest but becomes worse after excercise
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Although dog may present with lameness on only one leg, possibility of condition to be present in opposite leg aswell
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What it can be caused by
Rapid growth - juvenile dogs are most commonly affected
Large and Giant breeds have a natural predisposition for the disease
Genetic predisposition for the disease
Gender, males are more commonly affected than females
Nutritional excesses, generally protein, calcium and phosphorous
Trauma to the joint
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