Hip Help

[CalistogaPyr]

I was walking Bo this weekend and heard her hip going "pop, pop, pop" loud enough that I could hear it while I was walking next to her.  I put my hand on her hip & felt her left hip bone popping in the socket.  Is this a sign of dysplasia?!?  She doesn't seem to be in any pain (that I can tell, but Pyrs have a HIGH pain threshold), nor is she limping or lame.  Lately she has been slow to get out of the car after a long ride while she's laying down, but other than that she's playing & walking normally.  I haven't had her on glucosamine for about 2 months, but I'm wondering if putting her on a high dose might help.  Anyone else have this kind of experience with their big paw's hips? 
THANKS!
Jenn

[shangrila]

My saint has hip dysplacia. I don't ever really hear her hips pop. When Bo runs, do his back two legs move at the same time (like a bunny) or different times (like a person)? Bunny hopping is the biggest sign of HD... Either way, you should deffinately take Bo to the vet to figure out exactly what is causing his hips to pop

[sc.trojans]

Yes, it certainly can mean dysplasia. Are her parents and other relatives OFA clear? But regardless, it is not normal and definitely a sign that something is amiss in the joint. You are describing signs of joint problems in her behavior.

It is critical to have her hips x-rayed as a result, and I strongly recommend you do so to know what you are dealing with.