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Old 05-01-2006, 09:24 AM
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Question Funny walk, especially when tired

My family and I have always noticed how funny Blue walks when he gets tired. I joke and call it his "run way" walk but his hips/butt actually swivel back and forth when he takes funny steps with his back legs. Is this just a sign of being a fatigued pup? Has anyone else seen this in their boxer? Thanks!
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Old 05-01-2006, 09:31 AM
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I think they all have their own little quirks. When Beau's sacked out on the couch and we wake him up to go to bed he'll literally slide off the couch, hang his head with those sleepy eyes and walk ever so slowly to the bedroom. It's a wonder he ever makes it there because he can't even walk in a straight line when he's that sleepy
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Old 05-01-2006, 03:47 PM
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Have you ever considered having a vet take a look? It's not a bad idea for next time you're in for something else to at least mention it. It may be nothing at all - or it could be an early sign of something like hip dysplasia. That is something likely to be more noticable with a fatigued pup
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