Dr Al

How to diagnose “bad hips” with hip scoring
“Hip scoring” is a really common phrase used in dog breeding circles. It is particularly common in purebred breeding as ‘bad hips’ unfortunately affecting some breeds more than others. So what is it? Hips are a ball and socket joint. Basically, if the ball doesn’t fit the socket properly, or is too loose, there is […]
Dr Alistair Grant answers 5 questions on cruciate ligament disease
Cruciate ligament disease is a very common condition we see coming into the clinic, fortunately, there are a number of ways to deal with the injury so that your dog can still enjoy full mobility and comfort after treatment.  Dr Grant took the time to answer five common questions about Cruciate ligament disease: 1. What […]