I am looking to adopt a 12 week old male keeshond and he his front paws appear to be slightly turned (angled) out when he stands. I want to know if this is an indication of a problem or just a minor/insignificant thing.
2007-03-23 14:18:15 · 9 answers · asked by Drew G 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
although its not normal its not something to be worried about outright, i would ask the vet, but i wouldnt worry honestly
2007-03-23 14:52:40 · answer #1 · answered by drezdogge 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The kees is a medium to large dog, and in most (not all) cases, serious breeders know not to feed them cows milk or any substances with calcium in their first year, as this results in excelled growth of the inner bone of the front legs, and the front paws to flare open.
If this puppies parents are available for viewing (which should be done in any case) have a look at their front paws, and ask the breeder.
If this is not a registered dog from a registered breeder, does it really matter?
If you are really into this specific breed you'll probably go read up on them and might find some surprising info.
Go look at http://www.keeshond.org
(We had a kees)
2007-03-23 22:28:45 · answer #2 · answered by WillFree 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With a keeshond, you are possibly going to have some hip problems anyway so don't be suprised if this is a sign of that. It might not affect the dog that much however, I've seen other keeshonds with the same characteristic.
2007-03-23 21:21:31 · answer #3 · answered by Nick B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All basset hounds have turned out front paws on short legs. They almost flap surfaces when they walk. I've had two of this breed, both of which lived past 13 years. A vet can advise you better of course, but dogs don't walk the same as humans because of the makeup of their front and hind legs and the fact they weigh less than humans. Their muscle and bone structure is different. Some dog breeds like sheperds develop arthritis and hip displacement problems because of the structure of their hind legs.
2007-03-23 21:30:52 · answer #4 · answered by anenchantedland 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having the feet turn out may be part of the breed...check some sites for that particular breed. Perhaps email a few breeders on those sites and see what they suggest. it sounds like the problem is minor and "could be" nothing and few people on here (with out seeing the dog) couldn't really say much different. good luck.
2007-03-23 21:26:45 · answer #5 · answered by Kat W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not necessarily, some of the hound breeds look like that when they are puppies, and also Bulldogs sometimes look that way.
Have the vet check him, just to be sure.
My dog's awkward walk turned out to be some pretty serious hip-dysplasia, so its worth a check up at the vet's.
2007-03-23 21:27:15 · answer #6 · answered by Eartha Q 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
might just be something minor. i would still adopt but get a vets opinion. dont let something like that stop you from adoption. research the breed. this may be something that is particular with the keeshonds.
2007-03-23 21:21:59 · answer #7 · answered by stupidgirll74 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on how slightly. they are suppsed to be straight. are the others in the litter the same? if so i would be concerned about nutrition. any good breeder will give you a health guarantee. wether it's 3 days or 3 yrs. take it to the vet, and if it's something really bad, and you don't want it then take it back.
2007-03-23 21:42:00 · answer #8 · answered by dog whisperer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very minor. Pups usually look awkward and lanky at first. They do grow into themselves.
2007-03-23 21:22:04 · answer #9 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋