• Forelimb and shoulder fractures

We see loads of these cases at West Midlands Referrals, especially in Springer Spaniels and also in French Bulldogs, in increasing numbers as this breed is becoming more popular.

• External fixation
• Hindlimb & pelvis

Dressings/casts/splints often seem like a perfect, economical, minimally invasive and straightforward way to immobilise fractures. Still, some issues relating to casts or splints make them less than ideal: We have delved into the issue surrounding their use at West Midlands Referrals.

• Forelimb and shoulder fractures

This right articular proximal ulna fracture occurred outside of the house in unknown circumstances about a week before the presentation.

• Head & jaw fractures

A mandibular (jaw) fracture occurred during a fracas with another dog.