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ladyjane · 03-19-2015, 07:04 PM

I have dealt with MANY fractures of front legs. What I will say is that casting will not work...that vet is correct that a plate is needed.

Again, board certified for the best opinion on whether it is fixable. To find one go here:

www.acvs.org

03-19-2015, 07:04 PM	#13
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	I have dealt with MANY fractures of front legs. What I will say is that casting will not work...that vet is correct that a plate is needed. Again, board certified for the best opinion on whether it is fixable. To find one go here: www.acvs.org __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP