Would you like to switch to the accessible version of this site?

Go to accessible site Close modal window

Don't need the accessible version of this site?

Hide the accessibility button Close modal window
Accessibility View Close toolbar
Larchmont Animal Clinic

Call Us Today

323-463-4889

MENU
  • Home
  • About
    • Meet Our Team
      • Staff
      • Doctors
    • Testimonials
    • Clinic Hours
    • Tour Our Hospital
    • Jobs
    • Areas Served
      • Los Angeles
      • Hollywood
      • Hancock Park
    • Photo Gallery
  • For Patients
    • Online Forms
    • Payment Options
    • What to Expect
    • Newest and Cutest
      • Submit your Newest and Cutest Pet
    • Resources
      • Surgical FAQ's
      • Pet Library
      • Veterinary Resources
      • Hospital Policies
      • Critters
      • Helpful Links
    • Pet Of The Month
  • Services
    • Keeping Your Pet Well Groomed and Clean
    • Itching and Scratching
    • Pet Allergies FAQs
    • Pet Exams
    • Pet Grooming
    • Dental Care/ Cleaning
      • Pet Dental FAQs
    • Health Problems/Emergencies
    • Vaccines
      • Vaccination FAQs
    • Puppy & Kitten Care
    • Senior Pet Care
    • Surgery
    • Laser Therapy
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Microchipping
      • Microchipping FAQs
    • Nutrition/Diet
    • Toxic Ingestion + What Foods to Avoid
    • Pet Travel
    • Pet Pharmacy
  • COVID-19 and Pets
  • The Barking Lot
  • Online Store
  • Contact
    • Location & Parking
    • Request Appointment
  • Blog
  • Home >
  • Articles >
  • Pet Health >
  • Hip Dysplasia

Hip Dysplasia

  • Created in Pet Health
Image of dog standing.

Hip dysplasia is a congenital disease that, in its more severe form, can eventually cause lameness and painful arthritis of the joints. It is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It can be found in many animals and, rarely, humans, but is common in many dog breeds, particularly the larger breeds.

In the normal anatomy of the hip joint, the thigh bone (femur) joins the hip in the hip joint, specifically the caput ossis femoris. The almost spherical end of the femur articulates with the hip bone acetabulum, a partly cartilaginous mold into which the caput neatly fits. It is important that the weight of the body is carried on the bony part of the acetabulum, not on the cartilage part, because otherwise the caput can glide out of the acetabulum, which is very painful. Such a condition also may lead to maladaptation of the respective bones and poor articulation of the joint. In dogs, the problem almost always appears by the time the dog is 18 months old. The defect can be anywhere from mild to severely crippling. It can cause severe osteoarthritis eventually.

  • Pet Health
    • Chronic Conditions
    • Digestive and Oral Health
    • Diseases and Viruses
    • Pests and Parasites
    • Orthopedics
  • Today's Veterinarian
  • Choosing Your Pet
    • Cats
    • Dogs
    • Finding Your Pet
    • Exotics
      • Birds
      • Reptiles
        • Lizards
        • Turtles
    • Mammals
      • Ferrets
      • Rabbits
      • Domesticated Animals
        • Domestic Pigs
        • Fennec Foxes
        • Prairie Dogs
        • Flying Squirrels
        • Sugar Gliders
        • Skunks
      • Pocket Pets
        • Hedgehogs
        • Gerbils
        • Chinchillas
        • Guinea Pigs
        • Hamsters
        • Rats
  • Living With Your Pet
    • Bringing Your Pet Home
    • Providing Care
    • Travel
    • Saying Goodbye
  • Newsletter Library
    • Tips for Pet Owners
    • Cats
    • Fun with Pets
    • Fleas & Parasites
    • Recognizing Illness
    • Nutrition & Food
    • Pet Dangers
    • Seasonal Topics
    • Unbelievable Pets
    • Visiting the Vet
    • Equine
    • Behavior & Training
    • Keeping Pets Healthy
  • Video Newsroom
    • Health Topics
    • Technology and Science
    • Other Interests
  • Feline

Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Los Angeles Office

Monday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-6:00 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Sunday:

Closed

  • Services

    We strive to provide complete care for our patients. Learn more about all the services we provide.
  • Make An Appointment

    We will do our best to accommodate your busy schedule. Schedule an appointment today!
  • Online Forms

    Our patient forms are available online so they can be completed in the convenience of your own home or office.
  • Copyright © 2021 MH Sub I, LLC dba iMatrix.
  • Admin Log In
  • Site Map