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How do I know if my dog has a CCL tear?

June 3, 2024

Your primary care veterinarian, emergency veterinarian, or veterinary surgeon can diagnose a CCL tear with the following: Clinical history. Some CCL tears seem to happen abruptly after vigorous running, jumping, or playing, causing your dog ...

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What causes the CCL to tear?

June 3, 2024

Recent research suggests that dogs can have a genetic predisposition to CCL weakening or degeneration, leading to an eventual tear. Other factors, such as developmental, anatomic, and hormonal, may also contribute to this degeneration. Tears ...

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What is the CCL in dogs?

June 3, 2024

The Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL) is a ligament in the canine knee that helps keep the joint stable. It is similar to the ACL in people.

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