Management of Peroneal Nerve Paralysis in a Rottweiler Pup

Abstract

Abstract

A six-month-old male Rottweiler pup presented to the clinics was diagnosed to have peroneal nerve paralysis. Physical examination, radiography revealed the presence of hock and hip abnormality and decided to manage the condition medically with supportive bandaging techniques. The pup was able to walk normally after a treatment period of one month and no complications were recorded further. The symptomology and treatment methods were discussed.

Keywords: Peroneal nerve paralysis, hip rotation, Ehmer’s sling, hock abnormality

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Ravi Kumar P, Makkena Sreenu, Devi Prasad V, et al. Management of Peroneal Nerve Paralysis in a Rottweiler Pup. Research & Reviews: Journal of Veterinary Science and Technology. 2017; 6(1): 17–19p.