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Originally Posted by ladyjane  Don't be so quick to believe it is not genetic. I have had a few yorkies with LCP and seen more thank I can count on this forum over the years. It IS thought to be genetic and any breeder who has a pup with it is advised to remove the pup from his/her breeding program. Reputable breeders DO have their breeding stock checked for LCP Orthopedic Foundation for Animals: Legg-Calve-Perthes | Linda is quite correct. LCP genetic origins are unknown - but definitely thought to be probably a polygenetic recessive trait. THe key is where to look with necrosis of the artery supplying blood flow to the neck/head of the femur bone it might have some association with arterial blood supply flow or arterial structural integrity.
Again breeding decisions have to be multifaceted and factor in many health and structural concernsnot not mention temperament . Hopefully we continue to glean further understanding through accurate genetic tests prior to breeding.
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