2006-06-25 13:05:11 · 9 answers · asked by big girl 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Its a common problem in the long backed short legged breed, I have seven of those sweet lil fur babies. But it seems every breed has their problems and I would not let that keep me from enjoying the love of this breed, Read up on doxie back injuries, there is a wealth of information and support on the web. My lil male has problems beginning at age 3. But he is still a feisty one!
2006-06-28 03:28:14 · answer #1 · answered by KatGotHerTongue 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should not let them jump on or off anything. I have one of those plastic step stools next to the couches for my dachshund. Keep 'em healthy and don't let them get over weight! (this is a huge problem for dachshunds) If you have to carry him make sure to support the front and back. Don't have any info on slipped discs but you should talk to your vet
2006-06-25 23:52:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dachshunds, because of the length of their spine in proportion to the rest of their body, don't get enough support everywhere they need, and this makes them especially prone to slipped discs.
2006-06-25 13:08:07 · answer #3 · answered by Eloise 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have 4 mini dachshunds and I know that due to their length they need not to jump on or off of high places (bed, couch, steps) to prevent injuries and slipped disks. Genetics.....don't believe so. Believe it can be prevented.
2006-06-25 13:11:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, this website has a lot of useful information on 'slipped discs'.
Hopefully it includes whatever information you are looking for.
2006-06-25 13:08:59 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, common genetic problem.
2006-06-25 13:07:55 · answer #6 · answered by Evilest_Wendy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have heard its common in long back dogs, don't let them get overweight.
2006-06-25 14:22:11 · answer #7 · answered by Judy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. What do you want to know??????
2006-06-25 13:07:42 · answer #8 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO
2006-06-26 09:21:42 · answer #9 · answered by aimeemay 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋