hypertrophic osteodysrophy in a 13-year-old Rottweiler.

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy occurs usually in young dogs. This could be a recurring HOD case. Treatment depends on the cause. In this case, lung and abdominal X-rays are needed.

X-rays of forelimb swellings show necrosis and inflammation of cancellous bone. The disease is usually bilateral in the limb bones, especially the distal radius, ulna, and tibia.

For this 13-year-old female spayed Rottweiler, X-ray of lungs and abdomen are needed to check for lung or abdominal cancers. Treatment depends on cause. If it s lung cancer, the treatment of lung cancer will be needed. Give painkillers, antibiotics for this case.