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Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: a comprehensive overview

A cruciate ligament rupture is among the most common injuries in our dogs and often requires intensive treatment as well as long-term, caring nursing. This injury affects the knee joint and can significantly impair your four-legged friend's quality of life.
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Myelopathy in dogs – a comprehensive guide

Myelopathy in dogs is a serious disease of the spinal cord that can lead to a variety of motor and sensory problems. It affects the nerve pathways of the spinal cord, which are responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and the body.
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Chondrodystrophy (CDDY) in dogs: a guide

Chondrodystrophy, also known as CDDY, is a genetically caused condition that occurs above all in certain dog breeds. Characteristic of this condition are unusually short limbs, which are due to an abnormal development of the cartilage.
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Radius curvus syndrome in dogs: symptom check

Radius curvus syndrome, also known as short ulna syndrome or carpus valgus, is a serious orthopaedic condition in dogs. It is characterised by an abnormal curvature and growth disorder of the bones of the front legs. Particularly affected are the radius and the ulna.
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Everything You Need to Know About Cauda Equina Syndrome in Dogs

Cauda equina syndrome in dogs is a serious neurological condition affecting the lower sections of the spinal cord. The name comes from Latin and means horse's tail, referring to the structure of the nerve fibres in this area.
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Wedge vertebrae in dogs: causes, symptoms & treatment

Wedge vertebrae in dogs are an extremely serious orthopaedic problem that can severely impair quality of life. This article sheds light on what wedge vertebrae exactly are, how they arise and which breeds are particularly affected.
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The role of collagen in a dog's joints

For healthy joints and natural mobility in dogs. Collagen is an essential component of joint cartilage and provides the elasticity needed for every movement.
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Radius Curvus syndrome (short ulna, carpus valgus): a challenge for dogs

When it comes to the health of our beloved four-legged friends, it is extremely important to engage with various conditions and their effects on their wellbeing. One of these conditions is Radius Curvus syndrome, also known as short ulna syndrome or carpus valgus.
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Treating Joint Pain in Dogs Correctly

Recognise joint problems in dogs early and promote their joy of movement. Many dog owners suddenly notice, usually without warning, visible abnormalities in their animals' gait or posture. These are often early signs of joint wear that can lead to lasting restrictions...
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Dogs suffer from arthritis too - info & tips!

Healthy joints for more joy in movement and a high quality of life. Just like us humans, dogs can develop challenges with their joints at a very young age, which can considerably limit the animals' quality of life...
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Dog joint problems from overbreeding

Fashion dogs and the consequences of overbreeding for canine health. More and more so-called fashion dogs show serious signs of years of overbreeding. In general, these developments have an extremely negative effect on the animals' health...
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Two forms of arthritis in dogs

Supporting joint function in dogs for greater agility and quality of life. Strain on joint function is a challenge for a dog's joints that can be traced back to two fundamental causes...
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Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: a comprehensive overview

A cruciate ligament rupture is among the most common injuries in our dogs and often requires intensive treatment as well as long-term, caring nursing. This injury affects the knee joint and can significantly impair your four-legged friend's quality of life.
Read more
Myelopathy in dogs – a comprehensive guide

Myelopathy in dogs is a serious disease of the spinal cord that can lead to a variety of motor and sensory problems. It affects the nerve pathways of the spinal cord, which are responsible for transmitting signals between the brain and the body.
Read more
Chondrodystrophy (CDDY) in dogs: a guide

Chondrodystrophy, also known as CDDY, is a genetically caused condition that occurs above all in certain dog breeds. Characteristic of this condition are unusually short limbs, which are due to an abnormal development of the cartilage.
Read more
Radius curvus syndrome in dogs: symptom check

Radius curvus syndrome, also known as short ulna syndrome or carpus valgus, is a serious orthopaedic condition in dogs. It is characterised by an abnormal curvature and growth disorder of the bones of the front legs. Particularly affected are the radius and the ulna.
Read more
Everything You Need to Know About Cauda Equina Syndrome in Dogs

Cauda equina syndrome in dogs is a serious neurological condition affecting the lower sections of the spinal cord. The name comes from Latin and means horse's tail, referring to the structure of the nerve fibres in this area.
Read more
Wedge vertebrae in dogs: causes, symptoms & treatment

Wedge vertebrae in dogs are an extremely serious orthopaedic problem that can severely impair quality of life. This article sheds light on what wedge vertebrae exactly are, how they arise and which breeds are particularly affected.
Read more
The role of collagen in a dog's joints

For healthy joints and natural mobility in dogs. Collagen is an essential component of joint cartilage and provides the elasticity needed for every movement.
Read more
Radius Curvus syndrome (short ulna, carpus valgus): a challenge for dogs

When it comes to the health of our beloved four-legged friends, it is extremely important to engage with various conditions and their effects on their wellbeing. One of these conditions is Radius Curvus syndrome, also known as short ulna syndrome or carpus valgus.
Read more
Slipped disc in dogs: causes & treatment

A slipped disc in a dog is an extremely serious condition that can lead to severe pain and paralysis. In a slipped disc, an intervertebral disc bulges out between the vertebrae and irritates or injures the sensitive nerves.
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Preventing & Treating Arthrosis in Dogs

When our four-legged friend is plagued by arthrosis, there are good therapies and food supplements that can relieve the joint condition. It is therefore advisable to take precautions from a young age.
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When Our Four-Legged Friend Has Arthrosis!

Just like us humans, our dogs' joints often twinge in old age. Diagnoses such as arthrosis (joint wear) increase as the four-legged friends get older. Yet the process often begins gradually and unnoticed...
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Muscle tension in dogs – tips!

The same applies to our dogs: excess weight, allergies and back and joint conditions have a massive effect on quality of life. Well-being suffers. What most people do not consider at all: dogs can also suffer from everyday stress, just like us humans. Dogs are extremely sensitive and pick up on their owners' moods...
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