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Luxating Patella in Dogs
A luxating patella moves out of its normal position in the knee.
A luxating patella moves out of its normal position in the knee. Frequent displacement or associated problems may lead to consideration of surgery.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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