Thanks for the information. Her hips were guaranteed when we got her, but the guarantee was if she got displasia we could return her to the breeder for a new model. Needless to say, after three years, she's staying with us.

Doc, I think the vet may have misspoken when he said the "beginning of displasia." It doesn't slowly come on, but it's too bad she has it. What's worse, our house has four levels and we have many steps. Don't know how to remedy that one. Great website, by the way, very informative.

Looking forward to a long summer at the lake so she can swim. Then looking forward to a long bird season too!!!