Boxer Dog Hip Problems

Hip dysplasia is a genetic disorder often found in the boxer dog breed. Hip dysplasia affects a dog's pelvic area and limbs.

  1. Hip Dysplasia

    • Hip dysplasia is a progressive degenerative disease that causes dogs to develop lameness in their legs and pelvis. The condition is also very painful for the affected animals.

    Joints Affected

    • Hip dysplasia may affect all areas of a dog's pelvis and leg joints. Typically, it is found below the elbow joints in boxers.

    Breeding Stock

    • The development of hip dysplasia in boxers is a genetic disorder. It could be prevented by checking for dysplasia prior to breeding.

    Reproduction

    • While hip dysplasia does not directly affect a boxer's ability to breed, dog breeders are encouraged to breed only healthy dogs. Dogs with hip dysplasia should not be bred due to the risk for their puppies.

    Surgery

    • Modern veterinary medical techniques and advancements led veterinarians to develop surgeries that may restore leg function to boxers and other breeds with hip dysplasia.