Penny
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Please bookmark this page for yourself. It lists the symptoms of a back injury and when you need to go to the vet asap! Post it on your fridge.
FAQ: emergency canine back problem
Many families cannot afford surgery but have seen a very good outcome with crate rest and meds, but you must know the symptoms and get the dog in a crate and get the meds asap for the best chance at a recovery.
Be proactive. Know the signs. Know what the surgery involves, if you even have surgery available in your area. Be prepared so you can move quickly.
Our Georgia was walking very slowly when we called her. A reluctance to walk. In no time her back end went wobbly, like a drunken sailor. Thankfully with meds and crate rest she saw a full recovery and did not loose bladder and bowel control. We were very lucky.
The best thing you can do in advance is to teach your dog to relax in a crate. If they ever get a back injury they will need 8 weeks in a crate to give the spinal cord the best chance to heal. If they know how to relax in a crate it will make the healing process a lot easier on everyone. Remember, it's the difference between getting their mobility back or being paralyzed with no bladder or bowel control. Be proactive and do both of you the favor.
Georgia and her back end supported by a spare leash..
Getting acupuncture at a certified vet..
Her full recovery. We were very lucky! and blessed.
FAQ: emergency canine back problem
Many families cannot afford surgery but have seen a very good outcome with crate rest and meds, but you must know the symptoms and get the dog in a crate and get the meds asap for the best chance at a recovery.
Be proactive. Know the signs. Know what the surgery involves, if you even have surgery available in your area. Be prepared so you can move quickly.
Our Georgia was walking very slowly when we called her. A reluctance to walk. In no time her back end went wobbly, like a drunken sailor. Thankfully with meds and crate rest she saw a full recovery and did not loose bladder and bowel control. We were very lucky.
The best thing you can do in advance is to teach your dog to relax in a crate. If they ever get a back injury they will need 8 weeks in a crate to give the spinal cord the best chance to heal. If they know how to relax in a crate it will make the healing process a lot easier on everyone. Remember, it's the difference between getting their mobility back or being paralyzed with no bladder or bowel control. Be proactive and do both of you the favor.
Georgia and her back end supported by a spare leash..
Getting acupuncture at a certified vet..
Her full recovery. We were very lucky! and blessed.