we have a 6 yr old Basset Hound and lately he has been very mean! I was laying on my bed and he acted like he wanted me to pet him but he just attacked me! also if I bump his hips he attacks! is it just cuz hes old! also we have to find a good home! any advice?
2006-07-22 02:39:02 · 6 answers · asked by NC_baby_gurl 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
If the dogs acts like that when you touch the hips , it means that he most likely has some arthritis and or hip dysplasia. My dog did this from a very young age ( 4 months) I thought she was a brat. Turns out she had severe dysplasia of both hips, and then developed severe arthritis. Because she was so sick and so young we tried surgery 2 times, and still had to put her down. Go to the vet and get pain meds!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2006-07-22 02:44:31 · answer #1 · answered by mcghankathy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is not an age thing! For one thing as the owner of a 15 and a 10 year old dog, I have a hard time viewing 6 as old. This sounds like a pain thing. your vet may be able to help.
2006-07-22 09:49:06 · answer #2 · answered by ragapple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since it sounds like this just started I would be concerned about a health problem (such as the before mentioned CHD). Take him him to see the vet for a check up. As for a god home you can ask your vet if they know anyone who has a waiting list for this breed or look for a rescue. You should know that if you take him to a rescue or Humane Society they can euthanize him within three hours. That's not to say they will but it is an option for them if they are full. Putting an ad in the paper can also lead to a horrible fate if you don't screen the potential buyer to make sure they aren't involved with animal testing. Please be careful, for his sake.
2006-07-22 09:51:50 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
He may be experiencing some pain. You probably should take him to the vet and get him checked out. Awwwwww, don't try to find a home for him. He's part of your family, and the stress could also add to health problems.
2006-07-22 09:51:06 · answer #4 · answered by da dude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should get him checked by a vet..he could be in pain.
It is not always noticeable in animals but you said he turned on you when you bumped his hips. Looks like he is sore.
2006-07-22 09:46:30 · answer #5 · answered by aliviel27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my 16 yr old lab/ spaniel got somewhat antisocial in her later years which i assumed was her way of saying i'm tired and dont want to play with younger dogs . at 6 , it sounds like he is in pain
2006-07-22 17:21:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋