Leaps and bounds: how canine hip health has progressed in the last 60 years
08 Oct 2025
Once plagued by crippling hip dysplasia, Clumber Spaniels and other breeds are now walking easier thanks to decades of dedicated screening and responsible breeding. Through 60 years of the BVA/Kennel Club hip dysplasia scheme and the perseverance of veterinary experts and breeders, measurable improvements in canine hip health show that progress is truly possible within just a few generations.