Thanks to veterinarians at Oklahoma State University, a deformed puppy has received life-saving treatment.
When Milo was surrendered to an animal rescue organization, he was just five weeks old and his front paws were turned upside-down.
Dr. Erik Clary, associate professor of small animal surgery, said of the pup’s condition: “We evaluated Milo with our state-of-the-art CT scanner and identified his problem to be congenital dislocation of both elbows.” Clary continued: “With both elbows out of joint, Milo was unable to walk. Try as he may, the best he could do was an inefficient and seemingly uncomfortable ‘army crawl.’”
Earlier this month, Milo underwent corrective surgery at Oklahoma State University’s Veterinary Medical Hospital for his condition, which Clary referred to as “rare and very debilitating.”
According to Clary, Milo’s procedure was complicated: “For each of his elbows, we had to go into the joint and restore the alignment. Then we placed a pin across the joint to keep it straight while his growing bones continue to take shape and his body lays down the internal scar tissue that will be needed for long-term stability. All in all, Milo was under anesthesia for about three to three-and-a-half hours.”
To prevent him from using his front legs while he heals, Milo is currently in a front body splint. Veterinarians will take the pins out of his legs and remove the splint in about three weeks. The pup has a good chance at eventually walking normally if his elbows remain in place until then.
Milo was surrendered by a breeder to Oliver and Friends Farm Rescue & Sanctuary in Luther, Oklahoma. Rescuer Jenny Hays, who runs the rescue, noted that with his condition, he wouldn’t have had any quality of life past the age of just one month.
Although Milo doesn’t enjoy having to stay still, his recovery is reportedly going well. The projected total of his surgery and rehab is at least $4,000, and Hays isn’t yet sure if he’ll be up for adoption after he recovers.
One thing, however, remains certain: thanks to the heroic rescuers and veterinarians who worked tirelessly to correct Milo’s “upside-down paws,” he may get the chance at the normal canine life he deserves!

Merci à ces gens merveilleux!!!
God bless Dr. Clary and Milo. I pray for a full recovery for Milo. I am certain that he wants to romp and play like any normal puppy dog. May he live a life full of love and tender care.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HUGE HEARTS IN SAVING MILO. PRAYING FOR HIS SURGERY TO WORK. GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
Jezu ale biedaczek,zdrowiej psinko
Thank you for your kindness in helping Milo – the world needs more good people like you – thank you!
Thank you to the veterinarian staff at Oklahoma State University and to rescuer Jenny Hays for saving this poor innocent puppy and allowing him to have a good quality of life. Fingers crossed for a quick and complete recovery!
Don’t judge a book by its cover!!
A big thank you to everyone who made this possible!!!!!!
poor baby
Thank you Dr. Erik Clary
Thank you, Dr Clary!
Thank you to all for helping.
Beautiful little pup, hope his legs are all normal soon and that he gets to romp like a puppy. What does it mean though when it says he might not be up for adoption? Has someone already qualified to adopt him? I certainly hope he won’t be given back to the breeder! All breeders should be out of business and most of them in prison. Please, someone who knows, can you answer my question?
THE DEATH PENALTY MUST BE IN FORCE FOR ALL ANIMAL ABUSERS. CAN YOU IMAGINE THE FRIGHT, FEAR
AND EXCRUCIATING PAIN THESE BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL, AFFECTIONATE INNOCENT ANIMALS, WHO GIVE
US SO MUCH JOY, PROTECTION, AND WONDER, TRULY FEEL. PLEASE PEOPLE MARCH FOR THE DEATH
PENALTY SO YOU WON’T HAVE TO PAY TO KEEP THIS SADISTS IN JAIL WITH YOUR HARD EARNED TAX
DOLLARS.
PLEASE, PEOPLE MARCH FOR THE DEATH PENALTY, NOW.
Thank you, Dr. Erik Clary, all members of the team and Oklahoma State University’s Veterinary Medical Hospital for performing surgery on Milo and giving him a chance to live a more normal life. Also thanks to Jenny Hays and the sanctuary for bringing him in.
Stop this “breeder” and all so-called “breeders” from breeding animals. Spay and neuter – including these “breeders”
At least the breeder had the decency to surrender him to a sanctuary instead of dumping or killing him. Still I hope he and all the other breeders go out of business, one way or another.
agree
Love you Milo, Thank You !
Love good news!
Thanku to those who surrendered Milo to veterinarians at Oklahoma State University. Thanku to those vets who corrected his upside down paws. I hope he he goes to a loving furever home soon. 🐶🐕🐩🐾
Heartwarming
Namaste🐩
The Galarneau Family
Bless those persons, from the breeder to the caretakers, vets, etc., who did this remarkable thing for Milo. I hope his future is bright and wonderful in a good loving home where folks can appreciate what current veterinarian care can do for beautiful creatures like Milo. Please let us know what happens in Milo’s case.
helping pI am glad they are releasing Milo to the sanctuary. Thank u to the vet for helping him.
God bless you all for saving Milo!!!
The breeder should pay all bills associated with the pup’s care. ALL OF THEM.
Agreed!
There’s a good news story! All the best to Milo as he grows up, and all thanks to the great people who helped him!