Is my dog's leg position normal? Could it be hip dysplasia or strain?

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The way he is keeping his leg as shown in the attach photo does this mean he has hip dysplasia or is it a early sign of hip dysplasia? Or he is doing because of muscle pull or strain and in muscle pull or strain also dogs sits like this ? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 9 months old

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

Bruno's leg looks like it is in a normal position to me. Sometimes dogs that have knee pain will sure with their knees falling out to the side and slightly extended, but Bruno's leg does not appear to be in that position. Dogs with hip dysplasia can have an abnormal gait when walking or can hop with both legs together when running. If you're concerned that Bruno isn't walking normally you should have him examined by your vet.

Is my dog's leg position normal? Could it be hip dysplasia or strain?

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