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Originally Posted by ladyjane  The vet suspects a possible fracture and it was not xrayed? I would get that done soon...and if it is fractured, those front legs do not heal with a splint. He will need an orthopedic surgeon for it. I have seen vets try to splint them and the pups ending up needing a plate and screws...and sometimes losing legs if they let it go too long. Very bad place for a fracture.  |
I am surprised as well- the only broken leg I ever dealt with- was xrayed immediately by the vet.