Pelvic Limb Lameness in Mature Dogs

Abstract

This chapter presents case studies of Pelvic Limb Lameness in Mature Dogs. It also presents physical examination and diagnostic tests of the case studies. A 5-year-old female spayed mixed-breed dog presented for chronic history of bilateral hindlimb lameness from a shelter. A 4-year-old male castrated mixed-breed canine presented for chronic history of left hindlimb lameness that started six months ago. A 1.5-year-old female spayed Mastiff presented for evaluation of lameness of both bilateral hindlimbs. A 10-year-old spayed female Golden Retriever who presented for bilateral hindlimb lameness. She lives an active life and appears generally systemically healthy. A male castrated Yorkshire Terrier, 5 years and 9 months old, presented for right hindlimb lameness for a few months and left hindlimb lameness for four weeks. He was previously diagnosed with bilateral patellar luxation.