Patella displacement in dogs means that the patella (the bone between the calf bone and the thigh bone) deviates from its normal position, which leads to the loss of support of the knee joint in dogs, and with the passage of time, it will also lead to other complications.

Symptoms of patella displacement in dogs

Symptoms of patella displacement in dogs include pain, limping, stiffness, dyskinesia and the possibility of hearing painful cries like pigs. Dogs' legs are swollen, so they can't support their own weight. They also show frequent squatting postures, unstable strides and inability to keep their legs together.

Treatment of patella displacement in dogs

The treatment of patella displacement in dogs includes conservative treatment and surgical treatment. Conservative treatment usually includes rest, local hot compress, physical therapy and drug therapy. If conservative treatment fails, surgery should be considered. Surgical treatment is divided into several different ways, such as patellar ligament reconstruction and patellofemoral groove deepening.

Preventive methods of patella displacement in dogs

The preventive methods of patella displacement in dogs include: avoiding overweight and controlling the weight of dogs; Check the dog's knees regularly and find that early problems need timely treatment; Avoid hurting dogs during strenuous exercise; Feed the dog with balanced and nutritious food to enhance the dog's bone health. Through these preventive measures, the incidence of patella displacement in dogs can be reduced to some extent and the health of dogs can be protected.