My puppy broke its toes at birth. Will it have long-term issues?

Question

Hi ! I'm about to buy a puppy that broke it's toes when it was 2 days old. The Breeder' s vet said that the puppy was too young to do something about it and that it would heal on its own and that he won't have any long term problems. I will attach a picture of the X-ray and some pictures of his toes . I would like a second opinion on the matter that's why I'm asking you :). Pet's info: Dog | Akita | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 3 days old | 22 lbs

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

It would be incredibly difficult to do anything about broken bones in such a young puppy. It looks from the second picture that it did heal, but not in the proper alignment. We would need a new x-ray to determine what is going on now. Kenji is likely a perfectly adoptable puppy now, but depending on what the bones did while healing, he is at an increased risk of developing arthritis in that foot earlier than he would from simple old age. It's just something to watch every year at his annual checkup.

My puppy broke its toes at birth. Will it have long-term issues?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

What fish dog food helps dry skin if my dog eats Science Diet?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

My dwarf hamster has a shut eye and is limping. What should I do?

Share