A 3-month-old, 12.4-kg intact male English bulldog was presented for a 2-week history of left forelimb lameness.
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History
The lameness had been present when the puppy was purchased from the breeder 2 weeks prior. The breeder’s young daughter had fallen on the dog the night before the owners acquired him; the timing of this event appeared to coincide with the first observed sign of lameness. Over the ensuing 2 weeks, the lameness was persistent but never considered non–weight-bearing. The puppy was reportedly otherwise healthy.
Physical Examination
The young dog was alert and responsive despite moderate, weight-bearing lameness of the left forelimb. The left distal antebrachium appeared to possess external torsion and mild valgus. Palpation of the left elbow revealed hard swelling distal to the left humeral epicondyle and elbow effusion. Manipulation of the elbow elicited mild discomfort during both hyperextension and hyperflexion, and decreased range of motion was noted. Physical and neurologic examinations revealed no other abnormalities.
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