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1024 PART VIII Reproductive System Disorders

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FIG 57.23
Cocker Spaniel neonate with pelvic limb hyperextension;
cardboard tube keeps the pelvic limbs in flexion.
FIG 57.22
Lateral radiograph of term pregnant bitch. Arrow indicates
mineralized fetal dentition.

A B

FIG 57.24
(A) “Swimmer puppy” showing flattened
sternum and box-shaped thorax.
(B) Lateral view of pelvic limb hobble.
(C) Ventral view of forelimb hobbles.
(D) Dorsal view of forelimb hobbles. Gait
C D improvement was seen after 5 days in the
hobbles.