My Golden Retriever puppy's rib cage is uneven. What should I do?

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21 days' puppy of GR, Structure of rib cage is uneven, left side inward and right side outward, what should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Female | 28 lbs

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

Pictures may help but this sounds like it may be a birth defect or injury and xrays may be required to assess fully what is going on. I would recommend an urgent vet check if there is any weakness, reduced growth rate compared to the others or panting/rapid breathing

My Golden Retriever puppy's rib cage is uneven. What should I do?

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