Journal article
THE GENETICS AND EARLY PREDICTION OF HIP-DYSPLASIA
ME GODDARD, TA MASON
AUSTRALIAN VETERINARY JOURNAL | AUSTRALIAN VETERINARY ASSN | Published : 1982
Abstract
SUMMARY: Four breeds of dog and crosses amongst these breeds were compared with regard to their hip dysplasia status. Both radiographic hip dysplasia at 15 months and joint laxity at 8 weeks were recorded. The prediction of radiographic hip dysplasia by joint laxity was significantly improved when breed differences were included in the prediction equation. The uses of joint laxity measurements and the genetic control of hip dysplasia are discussed. Copyright © 1982, Wiley Blackwell. All rights reserved