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new pup breaks leg. any tips ?

848 views 7 replies 3 participants last post by  MM  
#1 ·
my 13 week old yellow lab broke his right femur last night.
It was a clean break , and not in the growth zone of the bone.
He is going to get a pin, wire and splint.
Does anybody have recovery advise or experience on what I should expext as far as mobility and future hunting expectations
for this lab. Thanks MM.
 
#6 ·
no trout. it was my fault. we were playing ruff and he landed on it wrong. A little game where he charges me and I push himback.
Poor little guy. he goes under the knife at 3:00
 
#7 ·
Hey MM, my dog is fine. It's been two years and you can't even tell he did it. But like I said there is a big difference in a torn ACL and a broken leg.

Be sure to listen to your vet and DO NOT rush things. It takes time to heal from an injury such as that. You will need a lot of patience. Keep us updated.
 
#8 ·
Thanks for the posts guys.... it helps to talk with guys that have had similar experiences.
We've made it past the first weekend and is doing real well.
he is not licking the stiches and is adapting to walking with the one good leg. He is certainly alot calmer now , I hope he gets his
attitude back . Thanks again guys and hopefully someday I will see you in the feild and beable to brag a little about his skills as a
freind and hunter.