Commonly Reported Congenital and Inherited Defects in Dogs

• Neurologic defects

• Digestive tract defects

• Heart defects

• Skeletal muscle defects

• Cryptorchidism (apparent absence of one or both testicles)

• Hip or elbow dysplasia

Many other congenital and inherited conditions are also reported in dogs, though they are less common. Please see individual body system chapters for more information.