I have three puppies they were born 25th Feb. All three are thriving, 2 are quite sturdy on their legs, but the 3rd who is much heavier than her siblings is still quite wobbly. I have frightened myself by reading things on the line about wobbly leg syndrome. Do you think it could be because she is much chubbier than the others that her legs aren't strong enough to carry her weight yet. Other than that she is very alert, she feeds well(maybe too well) and is adorable.
You all helped me through a nightmare a few weeks ago, so I thought you were the best people to ask before I really panic and go running to the vet again.
Swimmer puppies can be identified by their flat chests, which causes them to have their front legs too far apart. They benefit by having gentle massage, and a rough surface, such as rolled towels, to aid their attempts to get up on their legs. I have known some breeders to use egg trays as a surface for periods of exercise and play. Once up on their legs, they seem to develop normally. I have never heard of a puppy that did not recover, but would have serious doubts about breeding from a dog that had suffered from this condition.