My puppy's front legs hurt. Is it a serious carpal growth plate issue?

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Hi, What is the problem with closure of growth plate carpal point? Is that a serious problem with a puppy who born in Nov 2019? The veteran says that my puppy feels hurts when he bend the front legs and he suggest us to take a x-rays to see how is the situation. He is not too sure about it. So should I take the xRay as soon as possible? What if it is the closure of growth plate carpal point, what’s the normal treatment process? Thanks for your help. I really appreciate. Kind regards, Lu. Pet's info: Dog | Japanese Spitz | Male | unneutered

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Pillow, Lu. Poor boy. Premature closure of the carpal growth plate leads to a shorted bone, which in turn leads to leg deformities and problems with walking. Yes you should definitely have x-rays done as soon as possible. If he does have this problem, surgery is done to correct it. I hope this helps!

My puppy's front legs hurt. Is it a serious carpal growth plate issue?

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My Puppy's front legs started to shake initially been a week and from last 2 days they started to bend outwards. It is getting more bent everyday. Although he isn't weeping for it, or atleast I couldn't understand till now if he is experiencing pai