I am pet sitting a 15 yo malumute and he often collapses on his hind legs when I take him for a walk.
Is it just old age?
Is there anything I can do for him?
2006-11-27 22:45:36 · 10 answers · asked by ixlinxs 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I have to agree with all the other answers. 15 is extremely old for a malamute and at that age arthritis is usually a very big problem for the dog. I used bovine cartilage for mine and yes within a few days you could see the difference in her, but it doesn't fix the problem. Cut back on the walking, if you have access to an area that the dog can just walk around on it's own (fenced area or something) that may be all the exercise at his age he may need for the day, and it can be done at his own pace.
Good Luck!
2006-11-27 22:59:37 · answer #1 · answered by littleone 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
HI, There are many factors that could result in the reason this dog does this. One you need to shorten your walk time all together, this could be age related. I would contact your vet and discuss with your vet options for the care of your friend. He may have suggestions that non of us can think of.
Blessings,
2006-11-28 07:00:29 · answer #2 · answered by Gentle Giant Canines 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be old age and illnesses that come with it. Consult a vet! Possibilities that I can think of: weakness due to exhaustion, rheumatism, slipped disk...
does he seem to be in pain? Ease up on the walking and see a vet.
2006-11-28 06:52:32 · answer #3 · answered by sannyspain 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be a hip problem? Could be artritus? no jumping on sofa or bed. Tell the owners to take the dog to the vet for checkup and explain problem.
2006-11-28 07:41:22 · answer #4 · answered by regwoman123 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
15 yrs is very old for a Malamute. I wouldn't take him on long walks, maybe a block or two. It may be time to stop and let him rest.
2006-11-28 06:51:15 · answer #5 · answered by st.lady (1 of GitEm's gang) 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it sounds like your baby is getting a bit old and unfortunately for the larger dogs they can sometimes get hip displacia or arthritis.i found that shark cartlage was very good for this complaint and although this may seem expensive, if you love your pet as i do mine, you will see the changes very quickly.
2006-11-28 06:52:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
large dogs tend to develop rear hip and back problems with old age. a visit to the vet should confirm it,
2006-11-28 07:01:00 · answer #7 · answered by The Raotor 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
consult a vet
its due to old age
take care plz plz
2006-11-28 08:35:57 · answer #8 · answered by suma_kutty2005 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
age causes their bones to break down ,don't take him for long walks
2006-11-28 06:54:23 · answer #9 · answered by chotpeper 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would give the owners a call.
2006-11-28 06:55:59 · answer #10 · answered by bassetluv 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋