Why does my dog lift his back leg for one step then walk normally?

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Hello, I have a 'terrier owner' question. My Chorkie sometimes lifts his back leg for one stride then walking normally again without a care in the world. I've checked his foot, and nothing is wrong. Is it some sort of terrier wierdness or do other dogs randomly do this?

Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA · Accepted Answer

This sort of gait is very common in terrier types and is often due to issues with the knee cap or the groove in which it sits - often slipping or getting stuck over the groove can cause temporary lameness. If severe and uncomfortable or occurring very frequently, corrective surgery to reallign the knee cap and groove may be required

Why does my dog lift his back leg for one step then walk normally?

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