Weird compression on yorkie skull, is this normal? does your yorkie has it? - YorkieTalk.com Forums

Xuanz · 11-21-2011, 09:08 AM

Hello everyone,

I was petting and Ruffles yesturday and i realised there was a small compression or dent in his skull prob a size of a nikel, he doesnt feel pain or has any reaction when i press it or rub it. It cant be seen by naked eye but can be felt. Is this normal skull structure? Pls help me feel your little ones skull to see if they have it too!? Its located right at the top of the head in the middle of his little ears but prob 1 cm in front of the years. All the vet visits has cleared him although the last one was done when he's 14 weeks. He has all vaccinations as well.

Ive got him for a month and his now 16 weeks+. So far he hasnt has any problems he's super active and has no change in behaviour except that he doesnt wan to eat his food unless he's really hungry which i read that its pretty common in yorkies. Im really scare that something might happen to him! Should i bring him to the vet!? Pls tell me his ok!
Thank you all for listening.

chattiesmom · 11-21-2011, 09:33 AM

The soft spot is called an open fontanelle. It is a somewhat common problem with small dogs, but is cause for concern. Please watch him carefully to make sure he doesn't fall on his head or hit his head, as this can cause serious damage. Open fontanels are also closely related to a condition called hyrocephalus -- it would be prudent to call the vet and mention it to him.

107barney · 11-21-2011, 10:41 AM

Cindy at what age does an open fontanel close?

Xuanz · 11-21-2011, 02:05 PM

im sorry i think i had a double post I'll try and delete this thread... Thank you everyone who read and replied..

11-21-2011, 09:08 AM	#1
Xuanz Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: idaho Posts: 16	Weird compression on yorkie skull, is this normal? does your yorkie has it? Hello everyone, I was petting and Ruffles yesturday and i realised there was a small compression or dent in his skull prob a size of a nikel, he doesnt feel pain or has any reaction when i press it or rub it. It cant be seen by naked eye but can be felt. Is this normal skull structure? Pls help me feel your little ones skull to see if they have it too!? Its located right at the top of the head in the middle of his little ears but prob 1 cm in front of the years. All the vet visits has cleared him although the last one was done when he's 14 weeks. He has all vaccinations as well. Ive got him for a month and his now 16 weeks+. So far he hasnt has any problems he's super active and has no change in behaviour except that he doesnt wan to eat his food unless he's really hungry which i read that its pretty common in yorkies. Im really scare that something might happen to him! Should i bring him to the vet!? Pls tell me his ok! Thank you all for listening.

11-21-2011, 09:33 AM	#2
chattiesmom Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Alabama Posts: 17,674	The soft spot is called an open fontanelle. It is a somewhat common problem with small dogs, but is cause for concern. Please watch him carefully to make sure he doesn't fall on his head or hit his head, as this can cause serious damage. Open fontanels are also closely related to a condition called hyrocephalus -- it would be prudent to call the vet and mention it to him. __________________ Silk Step-In Harnesses www.foxypups.etsy.com

11-21-2011, 10:41 AM	#3
107barney T. Bumpkins & Co. Donating YT Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: New England Posts: 9,816	Cindy at what age does an open fontanel close? __________________ T. Bumpkins & Co. Washable Doggie Pee Pads (Save 10% Enter YTSAVE10 at checkout) Cathy, Teddy, Winston and Baby Clyde...RIP angels Barney and Daisy

11-21-2011, 02:05 PM	#4
Xuanz Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: idaho Posts: 16	im sorry i think i had a double post I'll try and delete this thread... Thank you everyone who read and replied..