Risk Factors for Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs

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Before elaborating on the risk factors, let’s review the typical events associated with dog ligament damage. The canine cruciate ligament injury is the thick fibrous band of connective tissue stabilizing the knee, much like a bungee cord. The ligament prevents the tibia from sliding forward as it connects to the femur, prevents tibial rotation, and […]