back issues


ladybug

New Member
My baby girl Ladybug is having back problems and has been to the vet . The vet prescribed predisone. It's really put a strain on her since.

Does anyone have any knowledge with this kind of health issue .? She's only 6 or 7 years old .u
 

Tikki

Active Member
My baby girl Ladybug is having back problems and has been to the vet . The vet prescribed predisone. It's really put a strain on her since.

Does anyone have any knowledge with this kind of health issue .? She's only 6 or 7 years old .u
Hello and welcome to the Forum from little Tikva and from me. I am very sorry to hear that your baby Ladybug is having problems with her back - unfortunately it is one of the risks with long-backed dogs. Is she in obvious pain, able to walk, able to pee and poo normally?

I am, however, slightly confused as to why your vet has prescribed prednisone as it is a steroid, not normally used for spinal problems. Did your vet take any Xrays of Ladybug's spine and hips? And do you have a specialist orthopaedic veterinarian clinic in you area to which your vet could refer you?

I have contacted a veterinary site and asked advice from a veterinary orthopaedic specialist, and as soon as I get a reply I should be able to give you more advice.

Tikki
 
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