Traumatic atlanto-occipital luxation in a dog: associated hypoglossal nerve deficits and use of 3-dimensional computed tomography.

Objective: To present a detailed description of a dog with atlanto-occipital (A-O) luxation, including results of the neurologic examination, diagnostic imaging, and treatment by closed reduction.

Study Design: Clinical case report.

Sample Population: One adult intact male German shepherd dog.