Legg-Calve-Perthes in dogs
The blood supply to the head of the thigh bone fails, causing the bone to weaken and collapse. It usually affects young small-breed dogs, causing hip pain, limping and muscle wasting in the affected leg.
Breeds commonly associated with Legg-Calve-Perthes (17)
35
Affenpinscher9.3 yr · toy
97
Bolognese14.9 yr ·
82
Chinese Crested13.4 yr · toy
92
Havanese14.5 yr · small
88
Italian Greyhound14.0 yr · toy
81
Jack Russell Terrier13.3 yr · small
90
Lakeland Terrier14.2 yr · small
85
Miniature Pinscher13.7 yr · toy
86
Parson Russell Terrier13.8 yr · small
88
Poodle14.0 yr · toy
90
Schipperke14.2 yr · small
80
Silky Terrier13.3 yr ·
78
Toy Fox Terrier12.9 yr · toy
77
Toy Manchester Terrier13.0 yr · small
80
West Highland White Terrier13.4 yr · small
83
Wire Fox Terrier13.5 yr · small
80
Yorkshire Terrier13.3 yr · toy
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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.