Cocker Spaniel Diseases (part 3)

Dislocation of the patella is a hereditary disease in which the patella flies out of the femoral gutter. Sometimes the patella returns to its place itself, in other cases, this requires the help of a veterinarian. Signs of the disease appear only if the patella completely flies out. The dog is limping or running with a raised injured leg, stretches the leg, in an attempt to put the cartilage in place. This is very painful. If this condition is not treated surgically, it will lead to osteoarthritis. Continue reading →