I took Chloe to the vets today for her annual checkup this morning. I told the vet that I had noticed a clunking in her leg and after the exam she told me that she has Luxating Patella. Chloe is two and although she has been to the vet a number of times it was never noticed before. The vet told me that if I hadn't noticed she wouldn't have found it.
As the day has gone by I of course have been worrying more and more about this. My DD is pretty upset too as she was so careful to select a good breeder. Is this a genetic disorder? Chloe has never had any injuries. Also she has never favored her leg or shown any signs of discomfort. I am switching her to hills j/d on the vets advice as well.
Does anyone else have a little one with this disorder and if so any suggestions on how I can ensure that Chloe stays healthy? I was told that surgery could be needed down the road but only if it becomes a problem so of course if I want to do what I can to prevent it.
Thanks
