If he is a smaller breed you could try making a ramp for him to get up and down with (my grandma did this for her 8 yr old shitzu) it helps ease the pain of them trying to do it on their own with and without your asitance. Hope it is okay and the pain medicine perscribed to your pup helps it out.
2007-03-05 11:10:34
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answered by clytisciasha 3
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How old is he and how large is he? Pure bred or mixed? If he is a small old dog then its probably arthritis. If he is a small young dog then its an injury. If he is a large old dog it could be either arthritis or hip displaysia. If he is a young large dog it could be hip displaysia or an injury. If he is a mix or cross breed its either an injury or arthritis. It is most likely arthritis, which can be treated with painkillers and antinflammitories available from a vet. Glucosamine sulphate and chondroitin tablets can be used to help control the pain and swelling of the joints. A large dog is dosed the same as a human, 1 1000mg tablet a day. A medium dog at 1 750mg tablet a day. A small one at 1 500mg tablet a day. The tablets for people are available in all these mgs from a chemist to make it easier to dose correctly. Take your dog to the vet to make sure what it is first but those tablets dont hurt to give your dog whether its arthritis or not because they will help later before its an issue.
2007-03-05 11:30:57
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answered by Big red 5
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Dogs can suffer from acute onset of arthritis. This may explain the suddenness of your dog's decreased mobility. And with that type of arthritis, touching him can be very painful. The vet will give the dog pain medication (first a shot, then pills) and glucosamine to help with the arthritis overall. This, though, usually occurs with older dogs. If your dog is younger, but a bigger breed, it could be hip dysplasia, as was mentioned by another person.
My advice is to get him to the vet ASAP. In the interim, try to limit his walks (if you go for long walks, make them shorter) and play time. Put a pillow on the floor so he doesn't have to jump to a bed or get those little stairs which he can use to hop on the bed or couch. There's not a lot you can do until you know what it is.
2007-03-05 11:19:02
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answered by doctoru2 4
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You dont say how old your dog is but if hes over 5 then it could very well be arthritis.
Bring him to the vet as soon as you can so he can tell you exactly whats going on. In the mean time just help him get on his favorite chair or couch.
I know alot of people here will tell you to give him baby asprin and that may be fine for their dog but wait until you see your vet before you give him any medicines. OK
2007-03-05 11:19:34
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answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7
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Interesting question... For my dog, it depends on what mood she is in. If she is in one of her sweet and gentle moods, then she would probably work at a children's hospital, or maybe a nursing home. We have learned that she is very gentle with children and the elderly, so she would be great for such a job...if that was her mood at the time... If our dog was in one of her opposite moods (perhaps she has multiple personalities), then she would be the operator of a crane and wrecking ball. One of our dog's favorite things to do is get onto our couch and knock off every single pillow and blanket, and she also loves to knock things over (such as folding chairs, liters of pop, boxes, etc...) in order to get our attention...So, I'm fairly certain she would enjoy a job in the demolition area... And what would your dog be doing if it had a job? Best wishes!
2016-03-16 05:15:07
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answered by Anonymous
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could be arthritis if hes an older dog, but it could be displacia if hes a bigger breed. get him to the vet. they can treat arthritis with mild doses of asprin.displacia is much more serious.
2007-03-05 11:09:42
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answered by jay p 4
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MSM, pure msm. get it from a feed store and it will be cheaper(around 15.00, 30 at healthfood stores). its proven and effective. you can go to the vet if you want but they are going to give you a prescription that wouldnt work any better.
2007-03-07 09:15:48
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answered by Anonymous
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same as for humans! glucosamine and fish oil capsules. However, if its in so much pain a trip to the vets may be kinder.
2007-03-05 11:12:59
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answered by kittykoolpants 2
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Arthritus or osteoarthritus. Either way, he needs to be put on an anti-inflammatory by your veterinarian.
2007-03-05 11:09:47
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answered by Anonymous
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Take it to the vet.
2007-03-05 11:07:54
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answered by angelsloveslight 4
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