Chondrodysplasia
This describes a body type with shorter limbs and a proportionally longer body. It is common in some breeds, and dogs with this build typically remain healthy and active.
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Signs and symptoms
Chondrodysplastic dogs have characteristically short and bowed legs with a relatively long body.
Signs of chondrodysplasia are recognized in puppies.Uncover health risks with Embark
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Diagnosis
Chondrodysplasia can often be identified simply by looking at the affected dog.
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Treatment
There is no treatment for chondrodysplasia.
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What to do if your dog is at risk
Actions
- Talk to your vet about your dog’s chondrodysplasia result so you can discuss whether any signs are present and plan care if needed.
- Most dogs with this result have shorter legs but live normal, active lives.
- Provide ramps or stairs to help your dog reach furniture or vehicles safely and reduce the need for jumping.
- Maintain a healthy weight and regular exercise routine to support joint health throughout your dog’s life.
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Genetic Information
This mutation was originally described in Karelian Bear Dogs and Norwegian Elkhounds.
This mutation has an autosomal recessive inheritance, meaning that dogs must have two copies of the mutation in order to show the chondrodysplastic appearance.
Gene names:
ITGA10 ‐ chr
Inheritance type:
recessive
Citations:
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Breeds affected
This health condition affects the following breeds
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