Asymmetrical Fronts... should I have it checked out
Wally is turning a year old today.
He's about 32lbs and even though he's not extra lean, he has a shinny coat and a love for running.
I noticed over the past few weeks that his right front leg and paw seems to be turning outward of about 45 degrees. When he's standing still, he seems to have a good posture with his shoulders straight, left front turned at a slight angle, but the right is a bit more.
You can see this a bit in my videos..
His walking and running does not seem to be bothered by this but I'm worrying it could be turning too much outward, as sometimes it seems he's walking on his right paw at almost sideways. It is to be noted though that we have hardwood floors and ceramic in the home, so very little frictions, apart from the front entrance carpet.
Could that be what's causing him to spread it outward, for balance??
Should I even worry about this?
I'm thinking of see if my vet is familiar with this issue but Wally's breeder does not seem worried from the pictures I've sent her.
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Permalink Reply by Anna Morelli on
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I would have it checked. In the video I looked at, my impression is that he is favoring the right side, meaning that he is putting more weight on the left. Dogs feet can turn out more or less depending on how good their conformation is, but not in an asymmetric way. That points more in the direction of either injury or repetitive strain. Most dogs are quite stoic and they just keep going without giving much sign of pain or discomfort. The slick floors can be a problem, I would not encourage running around on them.
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Permalink Reply by Priss, Charlie & Kaylee (PK) on
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I second getting it checked. Perhaps you could get a carpet runner for any areas of your home where he tends to run. It would help prevent injury.
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Permalink Reply by Denis J. on
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He is scheduled for a visit with his vet tommorow evening.
I talked to his breeder again who is not worried as he will continue with 1-2 growth spurts but she still recommends the vet to check "the status of the front growth plates". I assume some scans are in order but we'll just make sure he's OK. I'm limiting his play on smooth surface and encouraging dirt trails walks and play time in the backyard.
Will post the result of his consultation tommorow.
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Permalink Reply by Jane on
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I would suggest getting some mats or carpets for any spots in the house where he does a lot of turning, jumping, or taking off running. Sometimes excessive turn out can be caused from repeated stress on the joint, especially when a dog is still growing.
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Wally had his Vet appointment yesterday.
I was quite impressed at the level of knowledge she had about the breed. She checked his spine, shoulders, knees and any other joints that would be associated with a problem the front growth plates have closed. Turns out he just will look a little uncentered with the front legs with a little dropping ear. He does not have any pain and will continue being a bubbly little fella.
She recommended a Osteosupport Joint Care powder supplements. He's 30lbs now and should maintain his weight levels with his feeding routine and the healthy treats of various veggies and Royal Canine Adult dry food.
So after a 65$ consultation and a lenghty conversation with the vet, I'm satisfied. :)
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Permalink Reply by Becky Focht on
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Glad everything worked out good for you and Wally
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Glad for the good update. Nothing beats a check-up to put your mind at ease, especially with a pup.
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Anyone here uses the Natural green lipped mussel powder (joint support powder) for their Corgis???
I've heard some starting this additive at about 7-8 years of age but I'm wondering if there's any risk to start this early at a daily dose. The vet recommended it...
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I was just trying to edit my response to ask you if the supplementation was a temporary thing. I am curious to see what people here with experience specific to development of Corgi pups, such as Corgi breeders, have to say about supplementation in general. You may want to start a separate thread. Usually a good quality diet is all that is needed but, more and more, dog food manufacturers are adding joint supplements to their foods. It does make me wonder....
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Permalink Reply by Beth on
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Glad to hear he's ok. One of mine turns out more in one leg than the other. To me it looks like a growth plate problem. I never remember to ask the vet, and he is never sore in that leg (he's my energizer bunny and wants to keep hiking when everyone else is tired and wants to go home).
The breeder we got ours from says she gives glucosamine to all of hers from age 4 on.
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Permalink Reply by Judith Andre on
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What a cutie! I don't know if a vet can really tell if there is a growth plate issue by just an exam without X-rays? When Murray was limping off and on my vet took X-rays and sent them to a radiologist at a vet school...turned out he just had growing pains. If I remember right, when I had researched it, if caught soon enough surgery was a possible option if it had turned out to be a growth plate issue. Maybe you might want to get a second opinion?
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