Author:
Sarah Donahoe
Long Acres Alpaca Farm, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Publication:
November 4, 2015

Publication:
Long Acres Alpaca Farm

Excerpt:
I recently had a cria born with probable congenital/acquired joint angulation deformities of the forelegs secondary to malposition in utero. This is the second cria (incidence <1%) born at our farm with a deformity that required our intervention. The first cria presented with severe windswept forelegs, knuckling over of the metacarpophalangeal joints, and ankylosis of both knees at a 25 - 30 degree angle. Amazingly, her recovery progressed rapidly utilizing splints and physical therapy. Her deformities were so severe that she was unable to stand for two days. Ninety-five percent recovery was achieved within two weeks and today, her conformation and gait is correct and she has gone on to lead a productive life.

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