Thanks Dharma66, that is more up to date link than the one I supplied.
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New information and research has shown that this disease does indeed exist in the cat and is likely an inherited disorder. No single gene is thought to be responsible for hip dysplasia in either the dog or the cat, but rather a complex interplay of several genetic factors is involved. We do know that if a cat or dog is found to have hip dysplasia, then both its parents must be either affected or carriers of the defect.
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I had heard of patellar luxation in some pedigree cats which can also be associated with hip dysplasia and also cow-hocking.
I think the slightly worrying thing is that cats can hide pain very well so some may be suffering in silence, with only those who are in serious trouble showing problems.
BB76 - I think that raising the awareness among breeders of any disease that appears to be an inherited disorder and causes suffering can only be a good thing