How Do You Make A Hobble For A Puppy With Splayed Legs?
Splay puppy syndrome, sometimes called Swimming Puppy Syndrome because the movements of the puppy resemble a swimming motion, is a condition of unknown origin affecting puppies at approximately 2-3 weeks of age. The signs of this syndrome are splayed legs, either front legs, or all four legs, about the time the puppies should be learning to walk. The syndrome also causes aspiration of food, due to difficulty in swallowing and possible deformities of the chest area, due to the puppy’s continually being upright on their chest. The good news is that 90% of puppies with this syndrome recover quickly (often within several days) and go on to live a normal life expectancy and have happy lives. The fastest, least complicated method of creating a “hobble” for a puppy with splay feet is to use 1/2 inch bias tape or gauze to gently pull the puppy’s legs together. Cut the material you choose into a 2 foot length. Place the center of the strip against the inside of either of the puppy’s affected le
