Expert: English Bulldogs ( Marie ) e-mail me at mpmaltese@gmail.com - 6/17/2008

Question
I have a 5 month old English Bulldog.  When he walks he drags his front paws leading them to bleed at times.  To avoid this I walk him in the grass only.  When he walks on hard surfaces he tends to swing his front legs out in a arching motion to avoid dragging.  He does not do this on carpet or grass.  Should I be worried?  What steps should I take if so?

Answer
Hi:  Well, this is an odd one for a 5 month old.  I am wondering if he has had any nerve damage???  If not, this is a odd behavior that he has developed.  I would first make sure there is no nerve damage.  A visit to the VET is in order...

Also, here is a great site for booties.  That way he won't bleed and can go for walks.. The Booties come up HIGH on his leg.
Check them out.  And Good Luck





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