[header] How to deal with elbow dysplasia in dogs [title] Look for signs of stiffness or pain. [step] This most often occurs in young dogs with elbow dysplasia. When dogs stand, sit, or lay down after spending time in one position, they may make noises or strain to shift positions.
Some dogs favor one or the other side, and others seem to plop down to avoid long amounts of pressure on their joints. Watch as your dog's position changes, and make note of struggling or odd behavior.