Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs
Tearing of a key stabilising ligament inside the knee, causing sudden lameness and instability in the joint. It leads to pain, difficulty bearing weight and, if untreated, arthritis in the affected leg.
2 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Cruciate ligament rupture, including American Staffordshire Terrier, Rottweiler. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 10.6 to 12.5 years.
Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- orthopaedic condition
- Breeds affected
- 2 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Cruciate ligament rupture is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Cruciate ligament rupture (2), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.