My dog grumbles when she first lays down. it's a long drawn out grumble. she doesn't want to get up, and when she does she moves very slowly, while grumbling, and kind of limps around at first before walking normaly. she is eight.
2006-11-15 01:57:20 · 9 answers · asked by Crazy dog lady 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Arthritis is not uncommon in older cats and dogs (& people!) You don't mention the breed or size of your dog. The larger breeds (and certain ones in particular) are prone to hip dysplasia. This is a debilitating and heartbreaking condition. It's worth getting your dog a geriatric checkup with your veterinarian. If nothing else, they may be able to give you a doggy-motrin for her pain. Good luck.
2006-11-15 02:30:13 · answer #1 · answered by Alleycat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.
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2016-05-14 23:21:54 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Very well could be, but only a vet can tell. It could be something more serious. Dogs have a huge pain tolerance so by the time we are able to tell they are hurting, it means they have been hurting long before this. Age, breed, history all play a part on whether or not it could be arthritis. The good news. If it is, there are many, many options as far as supplement are concerned and work great. Everything from OTC supplements, different food, prescription meds, exercise, etc.
2006-11-15 02:02:01 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the breed. Most larger dogs get arthritis. Shes at the appropriate age too. We had a German Shepard that suffered from it. Sounds like she may be afflicted with it. Take her to the Vet, they may have some medication to help with the pain. Luck to you
2006-11-15 02:04:43 · answer #4 · answered by mosalina 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't know arthritis would come and go like that. Muscles will tighten up and then release when they are over used though.
2016-03-28 01:10:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually this is the case, but it could be sumtin else... My aunt had a dog and they thoguht the same thing, and until she took her to the vert she realized it was a balance problem and she couldnt walk properly... it may be something s=different... take her to a vet and they can run test to see if she has rumitoid arthitis by a blood test, or simply arthitis which can be easily found with an xray.. after all an exray found out i had it...
2006-11-15 02:05:46 · answer #6 · answered by aurorathegoddess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sure sounds like it, I do the same thing every morning lol!
I no what I would give your pooch (ibuprofen), however giving medication to your pooch needs to come from your vet. Take her in for a exam...You could call the office and talk to them about giving it...
2006-11-15 02:09:44 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like it but you should take her to the vet . They have meds for arthritis
2006-11-15 02:07:30 · answer #8 · answered by Apple 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it could be arthritis.
2006-11-15 02:06:08 · answer #9 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋