Predisposition is not destiny
Some breeds and conformations have a higher frequency of specific orthopedic disorders, but breed alone does not establish a diagnosis. Environment, growth, body weight, activity, individual genetics and clinical history also influence risk.
Conformation changes biomechanics
Limb length, angulation, body size and mass distribution alter how forces are transmitted during movement. These differences help explain why some conditions are more common in certain groups.
The individual patient still comes first
Knowing predispositions supports surveillance and interpretation of signs, but preventive or therapeutic decisions should be based on examination and objective findings in the individual patient.
References
Scientific and institutional reading
Reference sources for further reading. This page is educational and does not replace an individual clinical assessment.