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My dog's front leg looks bent. Is this a sign of elbow dysplasia?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | neutered | 11 months and 23 days old | 24 lbs

Same question as before but hopefully better pics. Elbow distracts?

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Answered By Silvia De Cecco, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on February 24th, 2018

I can definitively see an abnormal angle on the front right leg but as I said on the other answer, this doesn't necessary mean is elbow dysplasia. Hopefully it isn't! Unfortunately, the only way to diagnose it or exclude it would be with an orthopedic examination and few X-rays of the involved joints. In the meantime, I would monitor for any sign of lameness or discomfort on the affected area. Hope this answer can help you decide what to do next. Good luck.

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