Hip dysplasia is a common orthopedic condition that affects both dogs and humans, characterized by an abnormal formation of the hip joint. This condition can lead to pain, mobility issues ...

Being a shelter dog is hard enough, but when health issues pile on, it can be devastating. Cheese Ball, a sweet 5-year-old neutered dog, is battling hip dysplasia that leaves him in constant pain.

While not a consistent trait for cats, hip laxity is a constant feature of hip dysplasia in dogs. In cats with hip dysplasia, the top of the femur that connects to the pelvis may also be malformed.