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Rare Breed Mastiff Discussions / Re: Any Dogue de Bordeaux owners?
« on: January 25, 2008, 12:22:52 am »
This is Harley!  He's 1 yr old and what a joker.  He is from Kittimer's Zeal and Kittimer's Love from Ohio.  He's only @ 110 right now, but he's still has a little growing to do.  He's our first Dogue and we would definitely get another.  We also have a Choc. Lab and a Lhasa Apso.  They all get along great.  Can't get anyone to play with Harley though.  He's gets too rough.  We've noticed this week that his back ankles are a bit unstable.  He has no pain or lameness. Maybe just a little stiffness.  They "pop" out to the side when he walks.   We took him to our vet and he felt that it was part of his development.  We don't want to take any chances that may cause long term damage or problems. How can we be sure?  Any suggestions?  We'd really appreciate any info we can get. 
Thanks!

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FAQs about puppies / Question about my Bordeaux
« on: January 23, 2008, 10:32:04 pm »
I'm not sure where to go on this, I'm new Big Paws.  We have a 1 yr old Bordeaux male named, Harley.  Harley is a great puppy.  He weighs in @ 107 lbs.  We've not had any major health concerns aside for puppy stuff.  Parents both have good elbows and hips. We've notice last night that he has unstable back ankles, only when he walks. One ankle is worse than the other. He doesn't appear to have ny pain or lameness. It's just terrible to watch when it "pops" out of place.  We took him to our local vet and he seems to thinks is all due to him still growing.  He sent us home with just the advice that if he shows any signs of pain or if he is still showing symptoms in a few months(when he's done growing) then bring him back.  And not to be surprised if we notice it more on both ankles.  Has anyone experienced this and do you think it is any cause for concern?  Like I said, he doesn't show any sign of pain or discomfort and he still runs and plays as if nothing is wrong!  If anyone has any experience with this please let me know!  Thanks!

 

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