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Originally Posted by megansmomma  LP is a congential defect the same as Liver Shunt, Leg Perthes, AAI, or any hereditary trait. The reason that you do not allow a Yorkie to jump that has LP is that it could cause the LP to worsen. Not only that but many times it will get worse with time~kind of like how people who have issues with their knees worsen with time. It is the wear and tear that can cause it to get worse over time.
Here is a pretty good resource that explains exactly what it is and how it can be treated. Yorkie Medical Information
Here is Liver Shunt: Yorkie Medical Information
Collapsed Trachea: Yorkie Medical Information
Legg Perthese: Yorkie Medical Information
(AAI) Atlantoaxial Instability
Atlantoaxial instability (AAI) is characterized by excessive movement at the junction between the atlas (C1) and axis (C2) due to either a bony or ligamentous abnormality. Neurologic symptoms occur when the spinal cord is involved. A life threatening neck defect.
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I hope this will answer some of your questions about the different conditions that can be seen in the Yorkie breed. |
LP Is NOT always congenital
It can be caused by some form of
blunt trauma, or may be a
congenital defect. In congenital cases, it is usually bilateral.