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Originally Posted by Breezeaway Probably has bowed legs. |
I agree.
Have your vet check his legs as conformation faults like bow legs, cow hocks, etc. can put a lot of strain on joints and cause problems like arthritis later on. If his legs are severely bowed, surgical correction while still a puppy is sometimes recommended.
So many people think breeding to the standard is all about beauty when it has everything to do with how sound a dog will be.