fuzzy82 Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Obi (JRT x) has just turned 9 months old, and the last few days I have noticed he seems to lift his back legs a lot when we're out walking. I probably didn't notice before because I have previously had him on a normal walking lead, but the last few days I have taken him out on a tracking lead, so he's running ahead of me. He does it with both back legs, probably about every 10 steps or so. My 19 month old has mild luxating patellas, and she doesn't do it nearly as much as him. So naturally I am worried due to his young age... Is there a chance they could improve as he grows? Is there anything I can do to help? At what age would they consider surgery on him? I will of course have my vet check him, but a bit low on funds right now so it will have to wait a couple of weeks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 I would get his knees checked as it is a very common sign of luxating patella's. Hope it isn't, but would be best to be sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted May 5, 2011 Share Posted May 5, 2011 Yep, get them checked. At 9 months, I'd not be expecting significant improvement in them if they are luxating. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzy82 Posted May 5, 2011 Author Share Posted May 5, 2011 Right, thanks:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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