Conscious proprioception (CP) can be very important tool to
detect subtle dysfunction and confirm that neurologc disease is present when
other signs are minimal, the animal is supported under the chest ot between the
pelvic limbs, and the paw is turned so that the dorsal surface contacts the
ground. The animal should return the paw to the correct position within a few
seconds. The animal should not lean against the examiner, or should the
examiner support all of the animal’s weight. Consistent CP deficits indicate a
nervous system lesion and are not caused by an orthopedic disease
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Absent conscious proprioception; the dog stays standing on
the dorsal surface of the paw indicating a neurologic lesion
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