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My puppy's front paws cross when sitting. Calcium deficiency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 19 days old | 33 lbs

Max hands are crossing a little bit when he sits. Is that a symptom of lack of calcium?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 24th, 2019

Not necessarily, but without seeing Max in person, I can't say for certain. Be sure you are feeding him a high quality puppy food, which will give him all the calcium he needs. I'd also have this checked out by a vet. Best of luck.

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