| At this time, my 2 yr. old male is being x-rayed for OFA & to further research the exact reason for his intermittent limping. Preliminary exam is that he may have "elbow displaysia" and perhaps a broken bone chip that is also causing the issue. Had a discussion with the veterinarian, a specialist in the orthopedic arena, as to why this problem is occuring at such a high rate in Rottweilers. Although it is difficult to narrow down the causes, it was stated that among the several causes: weight can have a great impact during their growth stages, genetics, and/or too much exercise & rough play. Out of the 13 rotties I've owned, this is my first one that has an issue with elbows. At the present time, I await for the final word from the vet, even though he has already said there was definitely a problem in one of the elbows. We'll see what the final prognosis is.
While I agree genetics plays a large factor, I have to also say that too many owners put too much stress on the pups as they grow by allowing them to be "stocky". What some owners think is stocky is plain old FAT!!! Not good for the bones at all.  |