Why does my dog have red eyes, breathing issues, and a past injury?

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Felon seems to have a few problems. First when he was a puppy before I got him he fell off bed and hit cement hard, breaking his collarbone. I didn't know about this until recent. I was told his bones have grown out of order. How does this affect him now? Later? eyes also been red since I got him back from a friend. They don't seem to irritate him or anything though. And, I think he has trouble breathing. Sound similar to a human who has trouble breathing. Once when young, he collapsed. Help. Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

Dogs don't have collarbones (clavicles) like humans have. This allows them longer stride. If he had a fracture across a growth plate as a pup, this could certainly have affected him. You may see lameness or a limb growing crooked. An exam with your veterinarian or a veterinary orthopedic specialist would diagnose the issue. X-rays may be indicated. Treatment would depend on the diagnosis. The red eyes and breathing could have an allergic component, but you would need a physical exam for confirmation. Discuss allergy testing, hydrolyzed diets, food elimination trials and antihistamine use with your veterinarian. A respiratory infection or an inflammatory condition, such as asthma, would also need to be ruled out.

Why does my dog have red eyes, breathing issues, and a past injury?

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