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Boney lump between ribs Can someone advise please? I have noticed a little bony lump on Alfie's chest, just about where the ribs start to split and right in the middle. I have tried looking at yorkie skeleton diagrammes but can't find a really detailed one of that area. Is this normal and if not does anyone know what it could be? Alfie is nearly ten months, 6.5lbs and lightly built. This doesn't seem to bother him at all and we are off to our doggy dermatologist next Thursday, but just thought I would see if anyone here had any ideas? |
I'm rather new to this Yorkie thing but have not heard of this before but I always error on the side of caution and would recommend your Vet take a look. Good luck and I pray this isn't anything serious. Blessings! |
Dogs have a floating rib.. This might be what you are feeling. I would have the Vet check it out to make sure!! |
Here you go.. dog floating rib - Google Search Hopefully that works, I'm on my phone so it is harder to post a pic! |
I agree // a trip to the vet just to make sure |
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I am thinking this sounds like what you are feeling....a couple of my pets has this....point it out the next time you are in the vet, just to be sure..... |
I'm one of those that if I'm worried about something with my baby, I'm going to have it checked by my vet just to make sure everything's okay. Hopefully, it's nothing. |
Thanks everybody, I am pretty sure that it is a floating rib, I am at the vets on Thursday so will get her to check it out. It isn't bothering him at all so won't make an emergency app. I will update on Thursday. |
I had the same fear one time.. Let us know what the Vet says! :D |
Anyone heard from the OP about what the vet has said??? Praying it's nothing to be worried about!! |
Vet app is tomorrow, Thursday. |
Update on wee boney lump So, turns out it is just the end of his sternum is a little pointy, the doggy dermatologist is happy with his progress. He has been weaned off the steroids for quite a few weeks now and his antihistamines seem to be controlling his allergies. We are going to start introducing foods on top of his prescription Anallergenic RC, so starting with a few green beans for treats this week. |
I'm just now finding this post but I'm so happy to know that Pixie is okay. Hoping you two have a great day! |
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