So, I want to understand more about this disease. I will do some researching myself, which means my questions might already be somewhat answered by the time I read all of your replies, but I want your thoughts on it too.
1. How much of HD is due to genetics vs other factors?
2. What are the other factors that contribute to dogs' chances of developing HD? I know diet is a major one.
3. Is there a particular age by which most dogs who are genetically prone to HD start developing symptoms? If so, is this why breeders often guarantee hips/elbows up to a certain age?
Ok, enough questions for now.
1. How much of HD is due to genetics vs other factors?
2. What are the other factors that contribute to dogs' chances of developing HD? I know diet is a major one.
3. Is there a particular age by which most dogs who are genetically prone to HD start developing symptoms? If so, is this why breeders often guarantee hips/elbows up to a certain age?
Ok, enough questions for now.