hip dysplasia

American  

noun

Veterinary Pathology.

1. a genetic disorder, typically affecting young dogs of medium- to large-sized breeds, characterized by alteration and malformation of the hip joint.

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hip dysplasia British  

noun

1. vet science a common disorder of large and giant-breed dogs, as well as other species, in which the femoral head does not sit properly in the socket of the hip joint

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Example Sentences

Another resource he suggested is the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, a nonprofit in Columbia, Mo., that works with breeders to encourage screening for genetic diseases, such as canine hip dysplasia, a degenerative disorder causing loose joints and arthritis.

From New York Times

For example, large-breed dogs like golden and Labrador retrievers are prone to hip dysplasia, a deformity of the hip joint.

From Seattle Times

Some other breeds are prone to ailments ranging from hip dysplasia to cancers, and mixed-breed dogs also can get sick.

From Seattle Times

"There is no evidence that hip dysplasia can be fixed with chiropractic manipulations."

From Salon

Even though they often suffer "serious health problems" from obstructive airway syndrome and joint problems like hip dysplasia to reflux disorders like heartburn, "most owners of brachys see past these health issues and would gladly adopt another brachy in the future."

From Salon