Sitting Comparisons: Learn & Go with Dr. Laurie
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What is your dog (or pig!) telling you by how they sit? Watch this short Learn & Go video with Dr. Laurie McCauley to uncover the clues in their posture.
Syd sits square. His back feet are not pushed out to the side, not one in front of the other. His front feet are also placed evenly.
Ollie’s right rear limb internally rotates into his abdomen. His front feet are further under him than they should be, he is pulling his weight forward. This kyphosis will lead to discomfort in his back. You can also see hyperextension of his carpal joints, possibly from him chronically pulling his weight forward.
Henry the Pig has very little legs but lots of muscle. So when she sits, she can’t flex her tarsal and stifle joints. Instead, she shifts her weight back and keeps her legs straight in front of her. This is similar to some dog breeds, like Corgis. They can't fully flex their tarsal and stifle joints and have a tendency to sit back on their rumps.
*Pet parents, please note that this video was created for veterinary professionals. Many conditions can present similarly, so your pet should always be diagnosed and treated by a licensed veterinary professional.
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