Knuckle-dragging....on front feet? - MyCorgi.com2024-03-28T11:19:25Zhttp://mycorgi.com/forum/topics/knuckle-dragging-on-front-feet?commentId=1150197%3AComment%3A1556390&feed=yes&xn_auth=noIt's almost 5 years later and…tag:mycorgi.com,2017-08-21:1150197:Comment:19709692017-08-21T03:12:12.819ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>It's almost 5 years later and I thought I'd add an update to this post with what has been working for me and Mishka since the last time I posted.....</p>
<p>Someone on the Corgi-L mailing list asked for recommendations for knuckle-dragging, so I threw together a Google site with some Youtube videos showing how I trim/make and apply nail caps and knuckle spats for Mishka:…</p>
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<p>It's almost 5 years later and I thought I'd add an update to this post with what has been working for me and Mishka since the last time I posted.....</p>
<p>Someone on the Corgi-L mailing list asked for recommendations for knuckle-dragging, so I threw together a Google site with some Youtube videos showing how I trim/make and apply nail caps and knuckle spats for Mishka:</p>
<p><a href="https://sites.google.com/site/knucklespatsforcorgis/">https://sites.google.com/site/knucklespatsforcorgis/</a></p> Update 9/13/2012tag:mycorgi.com,2012-09-13:1150197:Comment:16205202012-09-13T20:44:14.104ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>Update 9/13/2012</p>
<p>Update 9/13/2012</p> Yah - that's the sort of long…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-16:1150197:Comment:15565052012-06-16T03:30:13.872ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>Yah - that's the sort of long-term damage I worry about. If we lived somewhere less urban I think I'd be less concerned. Perhaps I wouldn't even notice. And really, dog feet are quite tough, but not exactly made for pounding cement.</p>
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<p>The nail caps are a really good solution for dragging that only affects toenails. I trim off the tips so they don't stick out further than his nails and make him trip. The manufacturer instructions say they should stay on for 4-6 weeks, which…</p>
<p>Yah - that's the sort of long-term damage I worry about. If we lived somewhere less urban I think I'd be less concerned. Perhaps I wouldn't even notice. And really, dog feet are quite tough, but not exactly made for pounding cement.</p>
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<p>The nail caps are a really good solution for dragging that only affects toenails. I trim off the tips so they don't stick out further than his nails and make him trip. The manufacturer instructions say they should stay on for 4-6 weeks, which probably works for most dogs, but corgi nails grow like weeds. Which ends up being moot, because the dragging wears through the cap on top in about a week, so I have to replace them on nail-trimming day anyway. A pack of 40 caps lasts 10 weeks (4 nails need protection), application is once a week, and the rest of the week he can go out for walks without marital arguments. :)</p> They do work for the knuckle,…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-16:1150197:Comment:15566012012-06-16T03:16:43.488ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>They do work for the knuckle, but use is hard to enforce with the husband. :) We have one normal pet owner in the house (him), and one crazy corgi owner (me). </p>
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<p>There are also some drawbacks to boots - the dragging tends to wear holes in the toes very quickly, and the sturdier ones are stiff enough to rub the outer toes bald and bleeding after a while. I also tried wrapping with bandages, but the dragging motion either tugs the bandage off or wears through it in less than a…</p>
<p>They do work for the knuckle, but use is hard to enforce with the husband. :) We have one normal pet owner in the house (him), and one crazy corgi owner (me). </p>
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<p>There are also some drawbacks to boots - the dragging tends to wear holes in the toes very quickly, and the sturdier ones are stiff enough to rub the outer toes bald and bleeding after a while. I also tried wrapping with bandages, but the dragging motion either tugs the bandage off or wears through it in less than a block.</p>
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<p>If anyone is looking for warm-climate boots for a dog who doesn't drag his toenails, I'd recommend the Ruffwear boots - you may have to move the strap down 1/4" to get them to stay on, but they are incredibly well made. Their dog jackets are also beautifully made (better construction than my own clothes - maybe they should be making human clothes?).</p>
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<p>I would love it if someone started making chain maille or kevlar dog spats.</p>
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<p>Perhaps I should start a "grass" command, to get him to walk as much as possible on the grass and dirt strips.</p> I was also thinking a bootie…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-16:1150197:Comment:15566472012-06-16T02:08:49.955ZSnickmomhttp://mycorgi.com/profile/Snickmom
<p>I was also thinking a bootie or something to give more protection on walks?</p>
<p>I was also thinking a bootie or something to give more protection on walks?</p> I agree with talking to vet a…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-16:1150197:Comment:15563902012-06-16T01:56:55.587ZKaitlyn & Chasehttp://mycorgi.com/profile/KaitlynLucas
<p>I agree with talking to vet and taking him to a specialist. That's definately what I would do if it were my Chase.<br></br>I have never seen nail caps but it's good that they make them! Since he is dragging his knuckles maybe you should temporarily wrap his little foot/feet up until you have him evaluated. Maybe even just wrap them when you go on walks, when you think it would hurt the most.<br></br>My mom was born with a "deformed" foot. She is missing her toes on her left foot and because of this…</p>
<p>I agree with talking to vet and taking him to a specialist. That's definately what I would do if it were my Chase.<br/>I have never seen nail caps but it's good that they make them! Since he is dragging his knuckles maybe you should temporarily wrap his little foot/feet up until you have him evaluated. Maybe even just wrap them when you go on walks, when you think it would hurt the most.<br/>My mom was born with a "deformed" foot. She is missing her toes on her left foot and because of this she had no support while walking. Since her toes were not there to support her while walking, a lifetime of walking on the padding of her feet has caused it to wear down to nothing. She is now walking on bones, which is extremely painful. It has also caused her nerves in her feet to suffer.<br/>I would just be concerned that a lifetime of dragging his knuckles would have similar effects on Mishka. I would definately get a second opintion from an orthopedic specialist.</p> Good point. Thanks - I'll ad…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-15:1150197:Comment:15562852012-06-15T22:20:51.485ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>Good point. Thanks - I'll add it to my "questions for the vet" list. :)</p>
<p>Good point. Thanks - I'll add it to my "questions for the vet" list. :)</p> If Al drags a foot and he mak…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-15:1150197:Comment:15564362012-06-15T22:08:58.571ZBeca and Mishkahttp://mycorgi.com/profile/RebecaGolden
<p>If Al drags a foot and he makes it up mountains with you, then I am probably fretting over nothing. :) </p>
<p>If Al drags a foot and he makes it up mountains with you, then I am probably fretting over nothing. :) </p> Al drags his left front. The…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-15:1150197:Comment:15562332012-06-15T18:16:36.865ZJohn Wolffhttp://mycorgi.com/profile/JohnWolff92
<p>Al drags his left front. The two center toes never need trimming. On the sidewalk, I hear this constant click...click...click...</p>
<p>My guess is that this is a habit, and it's not going to change.</p>
<p>Al drags his left front. The two center toes never need trimming. On the sidewalk, I hear this constant click...click...click...</p>
<p>My guess is that this is a habit, and it's not going to change.</p> It is probably normal but if…tag:mycorgi.com,2012-06-15:1150197:Comment:15558762012-06-15T16:41:58.311ZMelissa and Franklin!http://mycorgi.com/profile/Melissa919
<p>It is probably normal but if I had to choose a specialist I'd probably opt for either an orthopedist or a neurologist. Generally for gait abnormalities like dragging feet or one or both legs etc neurologists are the way to go, but if its due to an orthopeic issue then that would be the way. Maybe your vet can advise if he/she thinks its orthopedic or neurologic? I'd probably go to a regular vet for an evaluation before a specialist so you know which direction to take it.</p>
<p>It is probably normal but if I had to choose a specialist I'd probably opt for either an orthopedist or a neurologist. Generally for gait abnormalities like dragging feet or one or both legs etc neurologists are the way to go, but if its due to an orthopeic issue then that would be the way. Maybe your vet can advise if he/she thinks its orthopedic or neurologic? I'd probably go to a regular vet for an evaluation before a specialist so you know which direction to take it.</p>