The fractures represent an important health hazard in orthopedic practices of small animals. A Survey of 333 canine and 37 feline fractures diagnosed at main veterinary hospitals in Maputo between January 1998 and December 2008 was carried out aiming to analyze the frequency of fractures. The highest incidence was recorded in young animals (55.68%) under two years of age. The males were more involved (58.38%) than the females. The appendicular skeleton showed more frequency of fractures 91.59% (dogs) and 75.66% (cats), and among various bones, the femur [35.74% (dogs) and 35.14% (cats)] was more affected followed by tibia and fibula in both species. Most fractures were caused by vehicle accidents; however, the frequency by human aggression is quite worrying. There was no evidence of seasonal distribution of the recorded fractures
cats; dogs; fractures; radiographs; traumatism