AboutJana Connell RVT, CVT Expertise I can answer most questions about small animal and wildlife care as well as small animal nutrition. I can also answer questions about all phases of dental care for small animals. I cannot diagnose diseases nor will I try to. That is only for a licensed Veterinarian to do. I DO NOT do birds (unless it is wildlife or songbirds) or HAMSTERS/GERBILS/CHINS/GUINEA PIGS so please submit these questions to the appropriate sections. I also do not know much about reptiles, so post those to the reptile experts also. Thanks!
Experience I have over 35 years experience in the field of veterinary medicine. I specialized in small animals and did wildlife rehab for over 25 years, mostly raptors, squirrels and opossums. I am a nutritional consultant with 6 certificates from Hills Pet Foods, CNM and Purina.
Organizations Audubon,World Wildlife Federation, American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians.
Education/Credentials Licensed with California and Oregon, RVT and CVT.
Certified Veterinary Dental Technician
Expert: Jana Connell RVT, CVT Date: 7/1/2008 Subject: dropped something on puppys foot
Question Our computer keyboard fell on our 7 week old puppies foot he has been limping all day can it be broken?
Answer That really depends on how big your puppy is. If it is a small breed dog the chances of breaking those tiny, fragile bones is great. If it is a big dog the chances are more that it is very bruised but could have a green stick fracture. The only way to know is have the vet take an xray if he is limping tomorrow as well.
