At what age can a Corgi suffer a herniated disc?
They think my dog has a herniated disc. I took her in to be spayed and a couple days later she was acting strange…long story short the dr says that she probably has a herniated disc. but she is only 2 years old!
I have two Corgi’s and so far nothing. I keep the weight off my dogs and am careful not to let them jump off of things. But any age really. By chance could the vet or someone dropped her while getting fixed? Or could she of been coming out of being put to sleep from surgery and banged herself on the crate door/wall? These are questions I would be asking my vet. Has he done X-rays yet? I mean this is something that needs to be looked into very soon. Also Corgi’s can have back issues due to their long body. But, I first and foremost would be questioning the staff of the clinic I went to. NOT blaming anyone here..just thinking you need to ask..and think back to what your dog has done the last few day’s to get this way. I wish you the best of luck with your Corgi. They are great dogs. Also get another opinion please. But ask questions and alot of them..
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December 11, 2009 - 1:19 pm
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December 11, 2009 - 1:33 pm
Disc problems in small dogs are common. The back bone is made up of small segments called vertebrae. The middle to lower back is the area most affected by herniated discs. The vet has to examine the dog in order to tell if they have a herniated disc and where it is. A herniated disc will show as spinal material pushing against the spinal cord on an x-ray. A dog, or person, with a herniated disc will need surgery to remove the affected material that is pushing out. I know that cortisone is most often used with people who have a herniated disc. I’m not sure about animals.
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December 11, 2009 - 1:50 pm
I have two Corgi’s and so far nothing. I keep the weight off my dogs and am careful not to let them jump off of things. But any age really. By chance could the vet or someone dropped her while getting fixed? Or could she of been coming out of being put to sleep from surgery and banged herself on the crate door/wall? These are questions I would be asking my vet. Has he done X-rays yet? I mean this is something that needs to be looked into very soon. Also Corgi’s can have back issues due to their long body. But, I first and foremost would be questioning the staff of the clinic I went to. NOT blaming anyone here..just thinking you need to ask..and think back to what your dog has done the last few day’s to get this way. I wish you the best of luck with your Corgi. They are great dogs. Also get another opinion please. But ask questions and alot of them..
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