My senior dog's front paws are splayed. What causes it? How to treat?

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My dogs get vigorous exercise every day. My oldest is 8 and is showing signs of splayed front feet. Is there a way to correct this? Ruby is the black one. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 65 lbs

Oneal Bogan, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Usually splayed feet indicate that they are not using their limbs fully, Ruby is sore on one leg so she's compensating and using the other one more, therefore putting pressure on that side and causing the toes to splay. Both sides do look splayed, so it may be that she's also sore on the hind limbs and putting more weight on the front. I would start her on a joint supplement, I like Dasuquin advanced because it's FDA regulated to have the right amount of ingredients in it to work. You can also take her in for xrays to identify what's going on and perhaps start some anti-inflammatory meds from your vet.

My senior dog's front paws are splayed. What causes it? How to treat?

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