Craniomandibular Osteopathy is a condition where the bones in the dogs' skull grow irregularly, particularly around the jaw (mandible) and base of the skull. The bones affected by this condition will often grow larger than normal.

Breeds affected include West Highland Terrier, Doberman, Labrador, Boston Terrier and Great Danes.

Symptoms

As the bones of the jaw increase in size the dog will suffer pain when eating and drinking. Dogs will often go off their food and appear depressed and may become feverish. As the dog is not using its' jaw as much as usual the muscles of the face can begin to shrink, giving a sunken feel.