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My dog Buster a shepard/great dane mix limps on his back right leg....what are the possble reasons fo this/

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May 14 11:03 PM (9 minutes and 3 seconds later)
         
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 A possible reason for hind end lameness is a torn cranial cruciate.  This is common to the torn ACL that people get.  It's very painful and the dog might resist putting any weight on the leg.

Another condition that might cause a dog to resist putting weight on a leg is patella luxation.  In layman's terms, it means wiggly kneecaps.

There are surgical remedies for both conditions that can give the dog a great deal of comfort.

No matter what, you need to see the vet on Monday to find out what you are dealing with.

Let me know if you still have questions.

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May 14 11:15 PM (11 minutes and 52 seconds later)
         
Reply to Tammy Falkner's Post: he will walk on it but most the time he just hops...it doesnt seem to bother him...he has been doing it for awhile....I know he needs to see the vet but am afraid of costs do you have an idea on how much his treatment will cost?
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May 14 11:22 PM (7 minutes and 33 seconds later)
         
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 An office visit and exam will be around $50, depending on where you live.  Cruciate repair can be costly but you can't guarantee that's what it is.

I think that you need to see the vet, have the exam and discuss your options.

 

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