It arises from bone-forming cells (osteoblasts) and leads to destruction of normal bone tissue and the formation of painful, abnormal bone.
The disease often spreads (metastasizes) to other parts of the body, most frequently to the lungs, often before any obvious symptoms are noticed.
COMMON SITES AFFECTED
Forelimb: Distal Radius | Proximal Humerus
Hindlimb: Distal Femur | Proximal Tibia