Although hips with a DI above.3 are considered «
degenerative joint disease susceptible» not all hips with a DI greater than.3 eventually develop osteoarthritis.
Not exact matches
Many working dogs are
susceptible to
degenerative joint disease, particularly hip dysplasia, and should only be purchased from breeders who clear their breeding stock of this genetic abnormality.
Labs, Rotts, German Shepherds, and Goldens are
susceptible to hip dysplasia, a malformation that causes
degenerative joint disease.