5 Things You Need to Know About Hip Dysplasia -- Cone of Shame with Dr. Andy Roark

[@Studiomomini]

My Pomeranian was diagnosed today, he's a year and 2 months old. My heart is broken. 😓 Learning as much as I can to help him. Thank you for your video! I live in Shanghai so the vets didn't speak enough English for me to fully understand. Your video has helped. Thank you.

[@jsahawkwiz]

My Pyrenees/husky mix was diagnosed at the ripe old age of 3. She was limping- we did radiography... She was on joint supplements, Rimadyl, and Tramadol as needed. I recently switched her to a new joint supplement, Glyde, which also has Green Lipped Mussel in it. It works GREAT! She's basically off her other meds at this point. I do need to work on her weight. It's hard to tell if she's fat, or just needs to be brushed because of all of her fluffy hair!

[@MsVimora]

Hi Jenny, can I ask what is the new supplement called please?

[@ShandeleReynolds]

@@MsVimora she said Glyde!!!

[@scarlettg.5772]

I know This is an older comment but I’d love to know how things are going/went. My 2yr Pyrenees mix got diagnosed last night. Any guidance from someone whose gone through this world be awesome. Thank you.

[@lisaskidmore1283]

My Yorkie mix has it and she’s only 4 🥺

[@JessePup]

@@scarlettg.5772 My 4yo GSD/Lab mix was diagnosed today…not an older dog by any means. Hope your little one is doing well.

[@righthereellen]

My lab is 81/2. I haven't given him supplements up to now. He always seemed healthy. I am noticing him favoring his right hip just this week. Thank you for the videos on hip dysplasia and the supplement information.

[@eevee-chan9607]

"let's be the people that our pets deserve" 😌

[@lcbrittain]

Very helpful. Thank you. I think my four month old puppy has hip displasia and am taking her tomorrow for an X-ray. She and her two siblings were dumped in our village at 6 weeks, and ran up to me as their savior(!). I am trying to rehome them as I already have two dogs and can’t afford more, and this condition is bound to hamper my efforts. It is so sad, and so common in this country (Cyprus) - and so shameful.

[@timevers3168]

Our Border Collie x Australian Shephard has been diagnosed with double HD at the age of 2 and a half. She's had a total hip replacement 3 days ago. She's on a good regiment of pain meds, but she's almost back to her old self. The cost of the surgery was 4500 euros, but absolutely worth it. The Orthopedic surgeon ensured us that she'll be good as new and will even be able to practice sports again, which she absolutely loves.

[@zombiesatemaybrains]

What has the recovery been like for your pup and you? I read that it's a 12 week recovery for a whole hip replacement.

[@YahFearinStitches]

I had some folks share with me their story of a dog they had that had hip dysplasia. They switched the dogs diet to almost all raw and lean food. Then had it going hiking walking uphill, and the dog showed dramatic improvement. This was a young dog though. I have a 7 year old female pitbull terrier who has hip dysplasia and arthritis really bad. She is pretty lean, and she is given supplements. I have still watched my lil fur daughter go from full of fast life to really slowing down. I wish I would've known what this was years ago then maybe something better could've been done. The vets around here tell me she's too old for surgery. I know there's been times getting her carprofen and or tramadol has helped her. It definitely hurts to see her hurting she's the sweetest dog you'd ever know, and my children even consider her their sister. She's so good natured in fact that in my neighborhood she runs free without a collar, and every neighbor loves her. Even the dog catcher anytime they have ever come around leaves her alone because they love her lol. She stays just on my road though and always hangs out with the neighbors. She's an inside dog she just goes out to run around playing and to potty. Really calm and happy dog with alot of human like qualities to her personality. She's something, but if there is anything else that anyone knows of I could try to help my babygirl feel any better please let me know. Thanks yall.

[@peliculasperdidasyencontra5059]

I have a mixed breed Pitbull/Great Dane who is suffering from hip dysphasia but he just turned 15 years old so I shouldn’t be too surprised. I’ve kept him lean and until recently played ball but have had to stop. I’ve purchased online a harness for his back end, hopefully when walking him I can assist. Although he’s very old except for his back hips he’s in very good condition.

[@truecynic1270]

My 10 yr old GSD was diagnosed with dysplasia at 2 yr. Recently a lumpectomy on the back of his right wrist seems to have made him noticeably slower but otherwise all his other vitals are normal and he has no other health issues!!! I have been told that this is because of his daily (used to be) 1 hour walks ( which now take about 45 minutes more - he lies down several times to rest which I understand and support) ALWAYS in a forest, ALWAYS off leash and at his own pace. His diet includes dry kibble and wet canned food, hemp oil, powdered tumeric, coconut oil, MSM and kefir. Since his surgery 6 weeks ago, I've been giving him CBD oil and just started him on glucosamine which I'm hoping will contribute something to his overall feeling. His weight at surgery was 120 lbs and I've have been trying to cut back on his overall intake of food but he is very good at manipulating me out of the boiled chicken hearts, gizzards or chicken meat that I cook and freeze!!! Honestly, I believe it's the daily exercise and soft bed he has that's kept him this healthy but I listed the nutritional supplements in case that helps. (and yes, he gets Large breed kibble - apparently one needs to be mindful of the protein content when it comes to GSD's. Too much and it gives them diarrhea.) Thank you for your video

[@scarlettg.5772]

I hate for a dog to be in pain but hearing that yours was 10yrs old and could still get around is heartening. Hope all’s well for him still. My 2yr old Pyrenees mix got diagnosed yesterday. His outlook seems to be optimistic. Slight hip dysplasia in his left hip. Vet said keeping him at his current weight, adding a joint supplement, and switching out his reg food for a large one will help him stay healthy.

[@truecynic1270]

@@scarlettg.5772 Oh my! Lots has happened in the last year - specifically, that from about April 2021, I have been taking my Cooper swimming which seems to be very helpful. Additionally. I supplemented him with Devil's Claw and Natural Eggshell Membrane until I was introduced to BETTER stuff. Specifically Curcumin Plus + Boswellia . I had him on four Curcumin Plus daily but then I read that Boswellia really improves the efficacy of Curcumin when taken together ( with food. ) This is really helping. He does however suffer from fecal incontinence during the night and sadly I haven't found anything to prevent that ( but it's only at night). I follow Veterinary Secrets with Dr. Andrew Jones ( on KZbin) This incredible human who is also a registered, professional Vet, now teaches about organic/holistic suggestions/products. I highly recommend his videos!!! BTW: I found out that dogs are lactose intolerant (!!!??!!)) after all these years!!) so I switched to lactose free cream cheese and lactose free cottage cheese!!!!! HUGE DIFFERENCE!!!!! I wrap the "soft gels - Curcumin and Boswellia) in the cream cheese (!!) so Cooper only needs to swallow!!! Finally, how's your sweetheart doing? If you save your fresh eggshells ( rinse and dry then pulverize) he'll get his glucosamine, chondroitin and other minerals without you having to buy conventional tablets. Another suggestion I tried, but aren't keeping up ( although it's good) its to make jelly from boiling chicken feet, letting it cool. The gelatin helps with joints. Chicken feet are good raw or cooked, too. I wish you and your baby nothing but improvement and the best!!!

[@HkFinn83]

120lbs is grossly oversized for a gsd. Not trying to be insensitive but this isn’t helping

[@truecynic1270]

@@HkFinn83 Yes, the vet didn't think he was actually PURE bread. He looked like GSD but was very, very calm and so became a registered Therapy Dog with TPOC once he was a year. Sadly, with a broken heart I tell you, he was euthanized on April 27, 2022 because of his hip displasia and Degenerative Myelopathy. I just couldn't pick him up to help him and he WAS in pain. As the wise say " The only time a dog breaks your heart is the day you lose them." I can only dream I might see him again. And because I read, somewhere, that a dog's temperament is only 7 - 10 % of how they are born, the rest being their environment and how they are raised, I adopted a 6 month male GSD from a reputable breeder who breeds for temperament and companionship so I have a focus and a new love but will NEVER EVER forget my Cooper.

[@stephrclark]

All great info! I think it is important for people to get xrays even if their dog has no symptoms (at an earlier age). Catching it early is the best, the ideal situation. Our vets did not catch it in our boy and he is now 11 and it's become a big problem. I am sad to think my boy has gone all these years in pain, masking it, and us not knowing it. He really did not show any signs. We had his DNA profile done about 6 months ago and he is 39% Great Pyrenees and about equal parts Chow, Rottweiler, Saint Bernard, and Beagle. He also has a small percentage of Dutch Shepherd. I believe the DNA test goes back to Great Grandparents of the dogs. We have always had our boy on Glucosamine and Chondroitin supplementation because he is 110 pounds and large framed. He has been taking Omega 3's for several years now as well. We actually thought he was about 2-3 years younger than he actually is due to a recent second opinion on his age and hip health by a different vet (for hip surgery). We have had him for 6.5 years....

[@andoriannationalist3738]

Never told us what is the treatment. Soo professional.

[@masielpena1398]

I just found out my 11 month American Akita has hip dysplasia. 😢

[@SylviaHerring-u9v]

Good information.

[@Shasha8674]

It could be his food. Gluten (wheat/barley/rye..oats/corn/brown rice) may hurt the gut lining so less nutrients absorb. Carrageenan/Xanthum gum may hurt the gut lining and antibiotics. Nitrites may hurt and oxides/chlorides/carbonates may not help.

[@billfromelma]

Great video. Needed information for all responsible pet owners. Thanks for sharing.

[@aurelia4297]

love your videos...my 7 year old pomeranian has hip dysplasia...my 11 year old has diabetes and an enlarged heart....oml....can you make a video about diabetes in dogs...i am familiar with it but many are not....i dont want them to make the same mistake i did....i found out too late...so my dog has to be injected insulin twice a day now...

[@pawsometalks8499]

Thank you Doc -My LEO is diagnosed with HIP-DYSPLASIA.😞.LEO is Labrador retriever of 5 month only.What is the probability of recovery ?Can it be cured ?

[@sagarmaske5973]

Can u tell me what is the condition now ?

[@scarlettg.5772]

With total hip replacement yes. Or you can do supplements and pain management it won’t be cured this way but can be managed/slowed.

[@skslay57]

Our Karachacan is 1 1/2 years old and has been diagnosed with HD. We have currently had him to 2 specialists to have him examined. We are going to 1 more just to make sure we are making the right decision. We are being told he should have total hip replacement on both hips. 15000.00 ouch!!! but if that what it takes to give him a good quality of life then we are willing to do it. We currently watch his weight, give him joint supplements, cbd oil daily , and gabapentin. The gabapentin is for seizures as well (poo fella). We have another like him but she is showing no problems with her hips. All in all, he does really good except for he wants to lay around a good bit because if he does too much it takes a toll on him. He does not limp but you can tell it hurts him sometimes to walk. I am going to look into the supplement that has the Green lipped mussel in it too. Cross our fingers, we go for our last evaluation in May and then make a decision. The the recoop time is crazy long too. We love our boy though and want to be sure we have exhausted all of our options before making a decision. Good luck to all who are going through this.

[@zombiesatemaybrains]

Hi! I'm just reading your post now. Any update? Did you end up doing the surgery? Would love to hear what the recovery is like. My 1.5 year old pitbull was just diagnosed. It's crazy...one day he was a normal active dog, the next day he's struggling to walk. He's even having trouble using the bathroom. It makes me so sad. We love this guy so much we will do anything even if it means a 15,000 surgery. Did your dog have trouble walking? Thanks!!

[@skslay57]

@@zombiesatemaybrains we did have the surgery on 1 hip in June. The surgery is the easy part, the recovery time is what is hard. But that being said, the surgery was a success. We had to keep him contained for 6 months. No jumping no running and he has been in a crate and on a leash the entire time. He is doing great and he now can play and run. Be sure it is not just arthritis. Our boy takes 1 gabapentin a day, but he has seizures too so that is why he has to take that. I hate giving him chemicals but I want him to live his best life ever. They suggested to wait on the other hip to see how he does with the repaired one. Good luck with your baby, I hope all turns out OK. 🤗🤗🙏

[@skslay57]

Oh yes.....I still give cbd and green lipped muscle powder.

[@mariav.3203]

Another great video!!! Very informative, easy to understand and fun to watch!! :)

[@ConeOfShame]

Thanks Maria!

[@MrGunnerru]

Great video thank you!!!!

[@Balcony-Israel]

best video on CANINE HIP DYSPLASIA on youtube.. thanks man.

[@aaronpluto9995]

I'd love to see a video about Rottweilers.

[@susanhildreth1531]

My 2.5 year old Havanese initially had patella issues but I think her hips are involved. She can't even make it to the end of the block on walks before she sits down and won't walk anymore.

[@Ms.iris01]

Thank you for this new information. I just found out my pup has hip dysplasia last week. I feel sooo bad for him. I wished I had pushed for an xray a couple of years ago when I noticed the change. They chalked it up to be arthritis and allergies. So he has pain med and get allergy shots. But now hes on all 3's so I finally said I'm not concerned about cost cam you do xray so I can feel better. Not only did I find out he has hip dysplasia in one hip but on his other back paw someone shot my baby with a bb gun and the bb is still in their😢😢😢 I was told surgery would be worse because hes a small dog. So now we've added hip and joint supplements. How do I know if I am picking the right meds for my baby who happens to be my service pup 🥺🥺🥺

[@thebossy1368]

I haven't taken my dog to the vet cause we cant afford it and I'm pretty sure my dog has it but sometime soon were gonna take her in to the vet.

[@Kelly-nt2rq]

My Great Pyrenees is only a year and a half old. He can barely walk. The back legs are nearly crossed. I have an appointment to speak to an orthopedic vet. I don't know what to do.

[@lenitadorin6497]

Wow important facts, also fantastic presentation.. 👍

[@Ssuuppeerrjade]

My St. Bernard is 1 year old and just got diagnosed with this. I'm so sad about it. We are doing joint supplements but they recommended that I change his food to Purina Joint Mobility.. but it's not a large breed food brand? I currently have him on Candie Large Breed. Should I be concerned about switching?

[@jpespinosa4539]

great channel! hope you can do a video on the great northern breeds especially Alaskans

[@SuperBjanka]

I'm shocked, I got a 13year old Shepard mix that displaced his hip during play. I cant stand to see my dog in pain, so instinctively I lifted him up in the groin, and the hip feel back into place. I bought a Balto harness to prevent further injuries, and prevention training have started. Now I got a happy dog instead of a dog in pain. Why isn't any vetenarians teaching this ?

[@noamergi1464]

If I have a boarder collie who might have hip dysplasia, is it better to operate now or wait and see if it get worst?

[@dafgonzalez4016]

Lilitari if you suspect right away take your doggy to the vet! The vet will be able to diagnose any problems before they get worse and require surgery.

[@donaldmanning6280]

Question! How do you feel about PRP therapy and/or stem cell therapy. Our vet offers it but I'm not sure of the success rate. My golden retriever has signs and symptoms of hip dysplasia at 10.5 y/o. What should I do? He does get cosequine. (sp) ? Thank-you.

[@HkFinn83]

Useless. There’s nothing in the ball and socket joint left other bone. Not sure what they’d even be injecting stem cells into. It’s a scam to bleed rich people and pet lovers dry imo

[@Itsjaehee]

I bought a golden retriever puppy from an AKC breeder. Foolishly, I believed being AKC meant she was healthy. She has been plagued with health issues since I brought her home. Sadly, at 5 months old, she has developed severe hip dysplasia. I contacted the breeder and she refused to give me a refund but offered to take her back. I refused because I knew she would only resell her for more profit and not disclose her condition to the next buyer. People like this who only care about profit and not the breed should not be allowed to be breeders. Please, do your research and buy from a reputable breeder who does OFA hip testing. It's worth the extra money in the long run. I wish I would have.

[@joseymour2574]

You should report the breeder to the AKC. They will want to know in order to protect their name and dogs in general. Let them know what your dog's registered name is and the kennel name. They will have it on file and will record the hip dysplasia incident for anyone else checking up on the breeder before buying. Too many incidents and she will lose her membership and standing. Did your contract say you'd get a refund or only that you'd get a new puppy from them out of another litter? It's one or the other. If you did not receive registered papers with a pedigree for your dog chances are the breeder lied about being a member of the AKC. That is a law suit.

[@HkFinn83]

It sounds like you were as responsible as could be and did your research, and still...😒 sorry you went through this, but it doesn’t surprise me. The issue is with dog breeding that the lunatics are running the asylum. The Kennel Clubs and their unscrupulous veterinarians are the same people who allowed and encouraged the breeding of unhealthy animals. The dubious ‘genetic screening’ they purport to enforce is useless. Things like hip dysplasia are not a genetic disease that can even be screened for. It’s a genetic predisposition caused by ludicrous standards of acceptability of the animals actual morphology. Let me vent here for a minute as I doubt anybody will read this anyway😂 but my favourite breed was the German shepherd dog. These used to live full healthy lives and die of old age at 18. Now they’re dying of old age at 8 or younger, with myriad health problems. They were originally 50-60lbs dogs. Now they’re routinely over 100lbs. By definition they’re unhealthy and poorly bred. The kennel club did this intentionally. Some genius decided a grossly oversized dog with a sloped back should win ‘shows’. Shame on all of them and all the unnecessary suffering they have caused.

[@glasgowbhoy8711]

8 month old lab puppy he’s just been diagnosed with hip dysplasia… feel so bad for him he’s still his usual happy self just little weak on the left back leg sometimes, any advice would be appreciated

[@hollyandstelladoodle8748]

We have a pup diagnosed young. He is now 3 and is on salmon oil, gluclosomine, caprophen, and gabapentin. He goes in every few months for laser treatments. This seems extreme, but our guy was in a lot of pain and having behavioral issues because of it. He’s back to his normal happy self these days. 😊

[@glasgowbhoy8711]

@@hollyandstelladoodle8748 glad to hear ur pup is doing good 👍 we had our boy Louie on salmon oil and gabapentin and hydrotherapy sessions and this helped massively! But our hearts have been broken as he ate something on a walk and it poisoned him, we spent thousands of pounds on vet bills giving him an operation to save him but sadly he lost his battle :( our boy only made it to 11 + 1/2 months old. Devastating for us don’t know if we can ever get another dog now

[@hollyandstelladoodle8748]

@@glasgowbhoy8711 I am truly sorry about your puppy. My doodles send fluffy hugs across the pond. 💚

[@glasgowbhoy8711]

@@hollyandstelladoodle8748 give them an extra treat today/tonight… it’s what my greedy lab would have wanted 😂💔

[@excellins]

My 4 month old caucasian shepherd has it.

[@hiteshkashyap9981]

My pet who is 8months old have hip joint problem . She is yorkie and I am very worried for her now

[@RachelKasparek]

My corgi is 1 and she’s already showing signs of this… 🥺🥺🥺

[@samn287]

My gr pup is 8weeks old and is diagnosed with hip dysplasia.😢

[@shubhangipatil8400]

Plz treatment .....

[@darkangel21892]

Diseases we vaccinate for like Parvovirus would be good video topics :)

[@ConeOfShame]

Great point. Parvo, Distemper, Lyme, etc... all would be really good. Thanks!

[@billbo7630]

​@@ConeOfShame yes you might like to tell people that these vaccines can actually cause hip dysplasia. plenty of papers on it ,vets just sweep them under the carpet. Follow the science until the science doesn't follow the money.

[@Gstar999]

my dog is 15 yrs old saluki cross breed with sloping back arch part...what are my treatment options? currently we are giving it bonerise HD...i want to mention this...my dog suddenly developed this back part sloping low ground posture after it had siezures caused out of benign spleen mass..it survived surgery but after surgery also in same low hip posture..plzhelp advice..plz note: before seizures it never showed improper body posture...only after seizures it developed sloping back arch...still now also it climbs 3 floors up after refreshment walk outside daily once...we are confused how we shud treat it?

[@maggiewagmore8778]

Other options: 1. Platelet-rich plasma. 2. FDA-approved injectable medication Adequan. Most importantly...as was emphasized in the video, is weight loss. And if you don't have pet insurance...get it ASAP. If your dog is young and problem-free, your premium will be lower. If you wait until your dog has a problem, it's considered a pre-existing condition and insurance won't cover it. 30k worth of vet bills for my lab (cancer, knee surgery x2, etc...mostly covered by her insurance.

[@joetrow8416]

thank you , must keepweight down

[@NeomaEllenRodriguez-e8v]

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[@AnthonyHernandez-kj7uz]

We’re are u located guy need help