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  Young Dogs With Painful Hips – Could it be Hip Dysplasia?

  Jan 01 2023

  Ravneet Kaur, DVM | Arthritis, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs, Surgical Conditions

  Clover is a one-year-old Bernese Mountain dog. Her owners decided to get her on a whim last year and she has been an important part of the family since. She’s…

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  PennHIP Radiographs: An Important Part of Your Dog’s Health Assessment

  Oct 25 2021

  Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Arthritis, Care & Wellness, Diagnosis, Diseases, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs

  Arthritis in the hip joints is a common issue for many of our dogs as they age and particularly common in some specific breeds such as the Labrador Retriever, Great…

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  Umbilical Hernia in a Kitten

  Aug 30 2020

  Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | bumps and skin masses, Diagnosis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Medical Issues, Routine exams, Surgical Conditions

  Sadie is one of the sweetest kittens you will find. When we first met her she fit inside a pocket and won everyone’s hearts. We are honoring her as our…

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  Do You Know If Your Dog Is At Risk For Hip Dysplasia?

  Jun 20 2019

  Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Arthritis, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Hip Dysplasia, PennHIP, Radiographs

  Hip dysplasia (CHD) is a debilitating and painful condition that affects the hips of millions of dogs (and some cats!). Genetics plays a role, as do factors such as breed,…

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  Dogs and Cats Can Easily Hide Their Illness

  Feb 10 2019

  Robin E. Riedinger, DVM Hawthorne Hills Veterinary Hospital, Seattle WA | Dental Care, Diseases, Genetic/Congenital Disease, Kidney Disease, Laboratory Testing

  This month we are bringing attention to a common issue we see in veterinary medicine. Pets can hide their illness, even when they are very sick. When that happens to…