Species: Dog
Condition: Canine Idiopathic Polyarthritis
Organ System: Musculoskeletal
The condition is characterized by inflammation of multiple movable joints especially in the shoulder, knee, hips, etc. It is often considered a non-erosive immune-mediated polyarthritis because the cartilage of the joint is not eroded. Idiopathic polyarthritis is the most common form of polyarthritis, for which no cause has been pinpointed. The problem is more common in dogs, ages 2-5 years old. Dogs suffering from the condition do not necessarily exhibit lameness or an unsteady gait. A thorough history of your dog’s health is very important in the diagnosis of the disease. The mode of treatment involves administration of steroids and antibiotics, with some dogs needing lifelong maintenance therapy.
Breeds exposed to Canine Idiopathic Polyarthritis – Research Reference
Chow Chow Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
British Bulldog Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Beagle Cross – (Indrebo et al. 2008) & University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Welsh Corgi – Pembroke Cross – (Indrebo et al. 2008)
Beagle – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database) & (Indrebo et al. 2008)
British Bulldog – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Bullmastiff – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Chow Chow – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Bullmastiff Cross – University of Sydney (LIDA Dog Disease Database)
Cocker Spaniel Cross – (Scott & Anderson 1990)
Spoodle Cross – (Scott & Anderson 1990)
Welsh Corgi – Pembroke – (Indrebo et al. 2008)
Cocker Spaniel – (Scott & Anderson 1990)
Spoodle – (Scott & Anderson 1990)
Disease Author
Dr Merliza Cabriles, Professor of Veterinary Medicine
To learn more about Canine Idiopathic Polyarthritis or any other condition we invite you to search this website. Even better, pick up the phone and call your vet. Your vet knows your pet better than anyone else and is a fountain of information.
This information is accurate as at May 2014 and is subject to change without notice.
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