Puppy born with his paws facing up instead of down is 'very happy' after surgery to help him walk

Milo was born with paws facing up instead of down
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Bonnie Christian25 January 2019

A puppy born in the US with his front paws facing up instead of down has had elbow surgery to help him be able to walk.

The 10-week-old puppy, named Milo, was left unable to walk after suffering a congenital elbow dislocation.

He is recovering from an operation earlier this month to correct his paws.

Dr. Erik Clary from Oklahoma State University’s Center for Veterinary Health Services said Friday that he is pleased with the progress

Milo, a 10-week-old puppy, is recovering after surgery to realign his elbows.
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Milo, a part beagle, part coonhound, had pins inserted into his elbows to realign the joints.

An animal rescue group founder took Milo to the school.

It is caring for the puppy post-surgery.

Jennie Hays, of the nonprofit Oliver and Friends Farm Sanctuary , said on Friday that Milo was doing great and is a "very happy puppy".

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