I have no experience with bulldogs, but many dogs sit to one side and sort
of sway when they walk...I have had a standard poodle that did this and my
current English cocker spaniel does...vets have not commented on it at
all...oh, and my childhood airedales all sat over to one side...

"Mariann" wrote in message
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| Hi --
|
| I recently adopted an English bulldog, and I'm rather concerned about his
| back legs and hips. I've already taken him to a vet, who X-rayed my
11-week
| old pup, and I've taken him to a specialist. The vet feels it's
| neurological as the X-ray was inconclusive, and the specialist thinks it's
| just a bulldog pup's natural physique.
|
| My dog walks with a pronounced sway to his hips. He frequently sits down
| with his legs folded to one side, and he doesn't walk or run for more than
| five minutes at a time. He easily slips when walking or topples
completely
| over. I realize that this could be exactly what's supposed to happen, but
| the same time, I'm still concerned.
|
| Has anyone had this kind of experience with bulldog puppies? If so, what
| happened? Also, if anyone knows of a bulldog specialist, or even a vet
who
| has ample bulldog experience, in the DC/MD/VA area, I'd greatly appreciate
a
| referral.
|
| Thanks,
| Mariann
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