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Why Do Dogs Fracture Their Bones?

Fractures are common in dogs, especially small breeds and puppies. Their fragile bones make them prone to trauma or disease-related breaks. 🐾 External Causes ✅ Traffic Accidents (Direct Trauma)Motor vehicle accidents are among the leading causes of fractures. The strong impact often leads to displaced fractures of long bones such as the femur, tibia, or radius/ulna, frequently accompanied by soft tissue injuries. ✅ Falls from HeightsPuppies falling from furniture or balconies are highly susceptible to distal femur or forelimb fractures due to immature bone development. ✅ Blunt Force TraumaHousehold accidents such as being slammed by a door or crushed by heavy objects can result in comminuted fractures. 🐾 Pathological Causes Some fractures occur without significant trauma — these are known as pathological fractures. Osteoporosis: Reduced bone density increases fracture risk. Nutritional Deficiencies: Calcium or vitamin D deficiency leads to fragile bones. Bone Tumors or Osteomyelitis: Diseased bones become structurally weak and break easily. 🐾 Exercise-Related Injuries Sudden movements such as sharp turns, jumping, or slipping can result in indirect trauma, often affecting forelimbs or patella. 🐾 Why Immediate Veterinary Care Is Essential Fractures are often associated with muscle tears, vascular damage, nerve injuries, and even open wounds. Delayed treatment increases the risk of malunion, joint stiffness, or long-term disability. Veterinary orthopedic treatment may include: Debridement Internal fixation with plates, screws, or pins Postoperative rehabilitation 📢 Welcome new and old customers to click the link below! XC VET will share the latest updates and news from time to time. ✅ https://chat.whatsapp.com/LoWLE8ZNPem36WihXuMUfI ✅ https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VbB0WJFChq6PchfcVe3Z ✅ Website: https://www.xcvet.com/