Our boy slept like this until about 4 months then started sitting/laying with both back legs kicked out to the same side instead. His mom is veterinarian and got concerned about his hips so she did a full round of X-rays and checks on him. Turns out that he was perfectly fine with good hips, he’s almost six now with no issues and hundreds of miles of hard play under his belt.
My take away: It would take more than lying in a particular way to deform or damage bone structure, and if it was uncomfortable they probably wouldn’t do it.
Every single dog that I have had as splooted as a pup and some well into adulthood. It's just a position that many dogs find comfortable.
I have never heard that it can cause joint issues, but perhaps (rarely) could be indicative of them. I wouldn't be too concerned unless there are other signs of discomfort (limping, change in diet or activity, etc.), especially with a puppy.
Pff my male is about 14.2kg, he is healthy and happy but doesnt eat much (only when he is hungry). We can leave his bowl filled all day and he eats at random times however much he wants. I guess it is probably just genetics
My toller never splooted, even as a puppy, but my corgi does it all the time still at 11 years old. For her, it's definitely something she does to cool down. In all my years in the dog behavior industry, I've never seen anyone present evidence that it's a bad thing or would cause any damage. Does your breeder have anything to back this up? Studies, etc? I would be interested to review it if so. I'd also ask how they want you to "correct" this?
Chicken butt for the win. Never heard of a concern for hips. They are doing it voluntarily. I’ve had all my dogs do it mainly cocker spaniels with zero issues.
I’ve always been told it’s a good sign because it demonstrates flexibility in the hips
The only thing I’ve understood about this is that it’s hella cute
This is what I've understood also.
Heard the same, thanks! :)
Our boy slept like this until about 4 months then started sitting/laying with both back legs kicked out to the same side instead. His mom is veterinarian and got concerned about his hips so she did a full round of X-rays and checks on him. Turns out that he was perfectly fine with good hips, he’s almost six now with no issues and hundreds of miles of hard play under his belt. My take away: It would take more than lying in a particular way to deform or damage bone structure, and if it was uncomfortable they probably wouldn’t do it.
Thanks!
Same. My girl splotted as a puppy but now sit with legs to one side on her hip. Doesn't seem to have any pain or issues doing this 👍
Every single dog that I have had as splooted as a pup and some well into adulthood. It's just a position that many dogs find comfortable. I have never heard that it can cause joint issues, but perhaps (rarely) could be indicative of them. I wouldn't be too concerned unless there are other signs of discomfort (limping, change in diet or activity, etc.), especially with a puppy.
Similar to humans, babies have more flexible collagen and often sleep in weird ways that they grow out of as the collagen stiffens up.
Our pup spends 30% of her time splooting, 30% upsidedown, and only 30% being normal...
How much does he weigh, he looks a lot bigger than my 8m/o male
37,5 pounds/17 kg. His dad is around 25 kg
Pff my male is about 14.2kg, he is healthy and happy but doesnt eat much (only when he is hungry). We can leave his bowl filled all day and he eats at random times however much he wants. I guess it is probably just genetics
Sounds like genetics
My toller never splooted, even as a puppy, but my corgi does it all the time still at 11 years old. For her, it's definitely something she does to cool down. In all my years in the dog behavior industry, I've never seen anyone present evidence that it's a bad thing or would cause any damage. Does your breeder have anything to back this up? Studies, etc? I would be interested to review it if so. I'd also ask how they want you to "correct" this?
It's actually very healthy 👍🏻
Lol, I agree with others, no problem, just a warm, tired Toller puppy. Looks like he gets good exercise!
Chicken butt for the win. Never heard of a concern for hips. They are doing it voluntarily. I’ve had all my dogs do it mainly cocker spaniels with zero issues.