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As a breeder, Nina has consistently prioritized health, correct morphology, and movement, emphasizing the relationship between spinal structure and long-term physical function.
At the ππ‘π¨πππ¬π’ππ§ ππ’ππ πππππ€ ππ¨π«π₯π ππ¨π§π π«ππ¬π¬ ππππ, Nina will present an in-depth lecture on Lumbosacral Transitional Vertebrae (LTV) in Rhodesian Ridgebacks. The presentation will review current scientific understanding of LTV, including anatomical classification, radiographic diagnosis, and reported prevalence. It will further examine correlations between LTV, spinal biomechanics, gait, and potential clinical implications, as well as considerations for breeding strategies and population health.
By integrating available research with long-term breed-specific observations, Nina Lindqvist aims to contribute to an informed, data-driven discussion on how structural variations such as LTV may influence both individual dogs and the future development of the Rhodesian Ridgeback breed.
