Category: Broken Legs / Fractures
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By Mags Hayden-Smith I will probably annoy a lot of people with this post, especially those that think it is ‘normal’ for IG’s to break a leg or even two at the same time! Too many people are breeding from dogs whose bones are too… Read More >
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Generally if an IG fractures its leg(s) it is usually the fore limb(s) or front leg. You will hear a blood-curdling scream as the dog feels intense pain. Stay as calm as possible and take your dog to a vet immediately: It is vital that… Read More >
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Take your Italian Greyhound to your Vet immediately if he/she has a suspected leg fracture / broken leg. In most cases, a Vet should: Surgery Depending on the type of fracture, different forms of treatment might be recommended. Most are best treated with an operation.… Read More >
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Good breeding is the best way to prevent leg fractures in Italian Greyhounds and responsible breeders would never breed from dogs that have broken their legs, or produced puppies that have broken their legs. However, there are precautions that you can take to minimise the… Read More >
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