Wobblers Syndrome In A Cairn Terrier?

Question

I have a cairn terrier who is about 16 weeks old and according to the vet, he is showing signs of wobblers sydrone. We notice it when he is walking and his back legs seem to give out. But when we are playing with him he seems to run alright. He rarely tips over or anything like that. Has done one else been in a certain with this kind of dog?

Answer 1

I'm very sorry, Cairn Terriers are beautiful dogs.

While any breed can be affected, over 80 percent of all cases reported are in Great Danes and Doberman Pinschers. Genetics definitely play a role.

Anti-inflammatory medications can provide relief, but they do not correct the abnormal spinal canal within the vertebrae. Surgery can be performed to stabilize the vertebrae and/or to remove a portion of the vertebrae, thus allowing more room for the spinal cord. A full recovery is not always achieved.