{"id":15692,"date":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:55:40","slug":"do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Golden Retrievers have hind leg problems?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#Do_Golden_Retrievers_have_hind_leg_problems\" title=\"Do Golden Retrievers have hind leg problems?\">Do Golden Retrievers have hind leg problems?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#Do_Golden_Retrievers_have_long_legs\" title=\"Do Golden Retrievers have long legs?\">Do Golden Retrievers have long legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#Why_do_Golden_Retrievers_go_between_your_legs\" title=\"Why do Golden Retrievers go between your legs?\">Why do Golden Retrievers go between your legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#How_can_I_make_my_Golden_Retrievers_legs_stronger\" title=\"How can I make my Golden Retrievers legs stronger?\">How can I make my Golden Retrievers legs stronger?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#How_can_I_strengthen_my_golden_retrievers_back_legs\" title=\"How can I strengthen my golden retrievers back legs?\">How can I strengthen my golden retrievers back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#What_are_the_first_signs_of_hip_dysplasia_in_dogs\" title=\"What are the first signs of hip dysplasia in dogs?\">What are the first signs of hip dysplasia in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#What_causes_sudden_hind_leg_weakness_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?\">What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_Golden_has_hip_dysplasia\" title=\"How do you know if your Golden has hip dysplasia?\">How do you know if your Golden has hip dysplasia?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#How_long_should_a_Golden_Retrievers_legs_be\" title=\"How long should a Golden Retrievers legs be?\">How long should a Golden Retrievers legs be?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#How_can_you_tell_a_Golden_Retriever_puppy\" title=\"How can you tell a Golden Retriever puppy?\">How can you tell a Golden Retriever puppy?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#Whats_the_difference_between_Golden_Retriever_and_Labrador_retriever\" title=\"What&#8217;s the difference between Golden Retriever and Labrador retriever?\">What&#8217;s the difference between Golden Retriever and Labrador retriever?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/do-golden-retrievers-have-hind-leg-problems\/#Why_are_some_Golden_Retrievers_fluffier_than_others\" title=\"Why are some Golden Retrievers fluffier than others?\">Why are some Golden Retrievers fluffier than others?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Golden_Retrievers_have_hind_leg_problems\"><\/span>Do Golden Retrievers have hind leg problems?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>In addition to their friendly, energetic, and likable dispositions, Goldens also are known for something else<b>hip dysplasia. Less desirable than their personality attributes, hip dysplasia is a complex, multifactorial condition that involves multiple genetic and environmental factors.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Golden_Retrievers_have_long_legs\"><\/span>Do Golden Retrievers have long legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It has a broad head with friendly and intelligent eyes, medium-short floppy ears that fall close to their cheeks and a straight muzzle. <b>Goldens do not have overly long legs and move with a smooth and powerful gait, carrying their feathery tail with a merry action (according to breed fanciers).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_Golden_Retrievers_go_between_your_legs\"><\/span>Why do Golden Retrievers go between your legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sometimes, dogs may go between their owner&#8217;s legs <b>seeking comfort or safety. Some research has found that medium and large dogs are more likely to demonstrate this behavior than small dogs. A lack of confidence, anxiety, or excitement can cause dogs to seek the closeness or protection of their owner&#8217;s legs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_my_Golden_Retrievers_legs_stronger\"><\/span>How can I make my Golden Retrievers legs stronger?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Walking is a great way to strengthen your dog&#8217;s back legs. If you&#8217;re walking your pet, keep it slow and short. After all, a long walk could end up doing more harm than good. You could take your dog for a swim or try stretching your pet&#8217;s hind legs for more strength.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_strengthen_my_golden_retrievers_back_legs\"><\/span>How can I strengthen my golden retrievers back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Walking is a great way to strengthen your dog&#8217;s back legs. If you&#8217;re walking your pet, keep it slow and short. After all, a long walk could end up doing more harm than good. You could take your dog for a swim or try stretching your pet&#8217;s hind legs for more strength.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_first_signs_of_hip_dysplasia_in_dogs\"><\/span>What are the first signs of hip dysplasia in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs affected by hip dysplasia can exhibit symptoms such as:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Decreased activity.<\/li>\n<li>Decreased range of motion in hip joints.<\/li>\n<li>Difficulty or reluctance rising, jumping, running, or climbing stairs.<\/li>\n<li>Wobbly, swaying, bunny hop gait.<\/li>\n<li>Loss of thigh muscle mass.<\/li>\n<li>Stiffness or limping on hind legs.<\/li>\n<li>Pain.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_sudden_hind_leg_weakness_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main orthopedic cause of hind-limb weakness in dogs is <b>chronic joint inflammation\/pain (osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease). While the arthritis itself is obviously painful, it is frequently accompanied by muscle aches and pains, called compensatory pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_Golden_has_hip_dysplasia\"><\/span>How do you know if your Golden has hip dysplasia?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Hip dysplasia diagnosis is made through <b>a pelvic radiograph where veterinarians look at the hip socket (acetabulum) in relation to the head of the femur to determine if there is a proper fit or if there are any secondary arthritic changes.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_long_should_a_Golden_Retrievers_legs_be\"><\/span>How long should a Golden Retrievers legs be?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs that are slightly off square, like the Golden Retriever, should have leg length that is <b>approximately equal to the distance from withers to elbow.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_you_tell_a_Golden_Retriever_puppy\"><\/span>How can you tell a Golden Retriever puppy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Examine the coat Another way to identify a golden retriever is <b>through its coat. First, the coat must be dense and waterproof. Golden retrievers have a substantial amount of dense water repellent outer coat with a thick warm coat underneath. Their coats can either be wavy or straight.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_difference_between_Golden_Retriever_and_Labrador_retriever\"><\/span>What&#8217;s the difference between Golden Retriever and Labrador retriever?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One difference between golden retrievers and Labrador retrievers is their muzzle shape: <b>goldens&#8217; are more narrow with a lean jaw, while Labs&#8217; are broader and a bit more jowly. Noses are still boopable on both! Both retrievers are double-coated breeds, so they&#8217;ll &#8216;blow coat&#8217; at least twice a year.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_are_some_Golden_Retrievers_fluffier_than_others\"><\/span>Why are some Golden Retrievers fluffier than others?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Genetics and health issues can play a part in how fluffy a Golden Retrievers fur coat appears. Genetics may give your Golden Retriever wavy and slightly shorter fur or the longer fluffy fur that is typical for this breed. Whatever their parents have, they will likely inherit.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Do Golden Retrievers have hind leg problems?Do Golden Retrievers have long legs?Why do Golden Retrievers go between your legs?How can I make my Golden Retrievers legs stronger?How can I strengthen my golden retrievers back legs?What are the first signs of hip dysplasia in dogs?What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?How do&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15692"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15692"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15692\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15692"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15692"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15692"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}