Why are my senior dog's back legs crossing over? Is it arthritis?

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I have a 13 year old pit bull. I know she has arth. in her back knees. She has trouble sometimes keeping back legs from crossing over one another. Could the arthritis be causing this? Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 13 years and 3 months old | 63 lbs

Lauren M. Jones, VMD · Accepted Answer

I'm sorry to hear that Angel has been having so many problems with her hind legs. Arthritis alone does not typically cause the hind legs to cross over. Instead, this type of issue typically occurs more from neurologic disorders or severe cases of hip dysplasia. Consider giving good quality fish oil supplements ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=19121 ) and glucosamine and chondroitin supplements ( http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=34368 ) to help with inflammation and cartilage protection. I also recommend taking Angel to her vet to have her gait and hind legs assessed to try to get to the bottom of this situation. I hope that all goes well!

Why are my senior dog's back legs crossing over? Is it arthritis?

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