ToeGrips not only help these dogs with stability and confidence, they can also serve to take the brunt of chronic trauma to the nails from dragging. Over time, if the dog’s conscious proprioception does not improve, the nails can start to wear in a funny pattern or even wear back to b...
When my first Cocker Spaniel required emergency care for a leg injury, we had to place her on a blanket and use it as a makeshift sling. Any sort of sudden movement caused her pain, which she displayed by squealing aloud. Here are a few ways to move a dog with a front leg injury ...
Maynard hasn’t had this problem, but as Buster’s arthritis progressed he started dragging his back paws when he walked. Because we knew how important it was for him to keep moving, and because he was always so happy to get out for a sniff, we had to protect his paws from getting s...
Mewuk Receives Natural Support for Aging and Hip Pain “What’s the matter with your dog?” asked the little girl waiting for the school bus. “Is he tired?” Our Siberian husky, Mewuk, was dragging along, with no zip at all. We figured... ...
Typically, dogs who limp due to spinal problems also show signs such as knuckling or dragging their feet due to impaired proprioception. If they are in pain, they might hunch over or refuse to move. Spinal conditions such as intervertebral disk disease can get severe enough that your dog isn...
and joints of a paralyzed leg healthy while the nerve is regenerating. A light, but not tight, bandage may prevent damage to the foot from dragging. If the leg drags on the ground, it can be held up with a sling or amputated to prevent damage to the paw. Three-legged dogs ge...
However, if your dog does suddenly yelp while playing, stop their activity immediately. Look for any signs of a sprain, including lameness, limping, nonuse of a leg, or dragging of a paw. Your pooch might appear lethargic, might hold the injured leg extended, or might lack enthusiasm about...
He is never shy about his desire for petting. He bumps his head against my leg for an ear-ruffle. He flops on his back when a full-belly-belly is his fancy. He is also clear when he wants space and to be left alone. He parks just out of reach. Nothing personal. ...
He has always had no difficulty doing this before now.He tried to jump up and didn't succeed and fell back onto his leg and started limping immediately, and was clearly in a lot of pain (actually nipping at me when i went to touch him). The next day when there was no improvement,...
it sounds like you already know the answer--weight. I feel sorry for her but smiled at your phrase "surfing for something tasty". I hope you are able to get that under control, and try to walk her as many times a day as you can (although it sounds like you will be dragging her!