Intervertebral Disk Disease(IVDD) in Dogs - Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment

Intervertebral disk disease (IVDD) in dogs can be described as a slipped disk, ruptured disk, herniated disk, or bulging disk. This condition mostly affects Dachshunds, Shih Tzus, Pekingese, and Beagles. Whether your pet suffers from trauma to the spine or has abnormalities due to their breed, the gel-like center of the intervertebral disk may turn dry and brittle, rupture through the fibrous outer layer, and push on the spinal cord. This may cause severe pain, limited mobility, or even paralysis.
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00:00 Introduction
00:23 Anatomy
01:27 Clinical Signs
02:45 Diagnosis
03:49 Treatment
04:39 Postoperative Care
05:38 Prognosis

[@marieinak2010]

My baby Lilly has IVDD. I'm trying to save her. It's a horrific disease. She isn't a normal dog and only 4 years old. I pray I can help. MRI has already occurred and the surgeon appointment is on Monday. I love my baby girl. Pray for her.

[@SEVNeurology]

Wishing Lilly a speedy recovery ❤️

[@byronbandit605]

My dog went from running happily one day to paralysed in the rear legs in a few weeks. I put him down after 1 night of me having to carry him out on the lawn. I always promised my family and myself to do so and not to drag things out. He died peacefully and looking content.

[@desireeaguilar7743]

This is one of the saddest days of my life.. I had to put my boy Goldie down today due to IVDD. His symptoms came on suddenly and progressed rapidly. I wish I had more time with him, but I am so grateful and blessed for the 4yrs I had with him. He was a terrier mix rescue and I can honestly say that he RESCUED me. I love you and miss you so much my precious Goldie. You will forever be in my heart. RIP my sweet boy..😔😭💔🌈🐕

[@shailyjyeta7300]

He loves you even more.. he's in a better place now and is watching over you so cheer up 🤗❤️

[@XRoyalStampedeX]

So sorry for your loss, my dog was put too sleep due to ivdd as well a month ago and it’s just incredibly heartbreaking too deal with.

[@desireeaguilar7743]

@@XRoyalStampedeX 😔🙏🕊🐕

[@arianaventi5037]

Im so sorry. RIP Goldie❤️🙏🏻

[@wavecutter69]

My sincerest condolences.

[@nonalizasoriano2720]

I lost my dog yesterday due to IVDD and it pains me to know how painful his condition was. I miss him so much. I wish I have fought for him more.

[@SEVNeurology]

Sorry to hear.

[@kylefitzpatrick6926]

I’m so sorry for your loss. How old was he?

[@eyenaobrown8625]

I’m so sorry babe I’m in the middle of finding out if my baby girl has ivdd and my heart is breaking by the minute

[@biankainspace]

Sorry about your bby🙏

[@jenniferzamora7212]

My condolences, just recently found out my 10 1/2 year old boy who has IVDD and its broken my heart to find this out. 💔

[@salvyballacc]

I'm just woke up one morning like this wtf is this world. The day before he was PERFECT and it all changed over night just like that I'm crying right now I'm so scared

[@PICANTESOCIETY]

I’m not a vet but I hope this helps ..My dog jumped off my bed and was a grade 5. i took him to the vet and they tested his reflex and he wasn’t able to move at all. he wasn’t able to put his back feet fully on the floor. They said I had to get an emergency surgery ASAP or in the next weeks or he will be paralyzed. I asked the vet if I can give him pain medicine and anti inflammatory medicine until his surgery date. I also gave him CBD dog OIL.. I tried everything from having him do water therapy in my tub to deep massages. I honestly left him in the (crate trained with extra cushion)crate 24/7 for 2 weeks straight and picked him up to go to the bathroom and right back into the crate. I took time and really researched what or how he can get healed they scheduled a 10k surgery which It was out of my budget and it wasn’t guaranteed if he’ll make it .. on the day before his scheduled surgery he was able to walk. And he’s been running and jumping around ever since. I met some guy who experienced the same and he put his dog down cus the cost of surgery. He was upset because he tryed everything and he meant he Try every every thing. He did not try the crate training. I also lit a candle 🕯️ and still do to this day because my prayer was heard but I hope this helps you and your pup

[@andgonito]

Thank you so much for sharing this ♡ if you don't mind may you tell me more about the candle lighting. My dog is currently experiencing this after having just gotten surgery for another issue and I now don't have it in me to put her thru another surgery nor am I financially willing to undergo such another huge expense (previous surgery was for a mass removal and in total I paid around $7000 for everything ) I will heal her with strict crate rest. I have been giving her cbd as well. I would love to know more of what you did. Thank you so much!

[@PICANTESOCIETY]

@@andgonito yes, hang in there currently sending positive energy your way. If you don’t mind me asking what type of surgery did he get? What happened? I hope he gets better.!! Remember the toughest battles are always for the toughest soldiers. your dog only wants to see you happy and make sure you’re OK at the end of the day he/she doesn’t want to put any sadNess on you. Your little buddy needs your help and full attention. They need your love, emotion, spiritual and mental support to keep their balance, Remember what they say faith can move mountains and grounds that no one can see. I also made sure they had additional vitamins like the advanced joint support and omega-3 oil and I also got some cannabis/hemp treats so they can relax. I would make sure he relaxed all day in the crate, and I had a very cushion memory foam bed in his crate. I also would give him entertainment toys like the Kong, and put food and treats inside to keep them occupied. You could only take a day by day, but every day I would try to get him to walk a bit. Once I would see he would be exhausted or tired I would put him back inside the crate. And my dog acts like my security here so I had to make sure he wasn’t having too much fun because he would jump around and be a big ball of energy , Remember the muscle can only remember what previously was learned so I tried to re-teach him how to walk but first he had to relearn how to stand, and just starting small by having them stand on all four legs just so they get the feel of how they were. I would also do Hydro exercises by filling up the tub with warm water and letting him walk around to get blood moving. I also always made sure to have two leashes on him if I ever took him out or anywhere, at all times even when he did hydro practice one on his neck and one on his butt above his legs to keep him still, and they naturally start making like a slow running motion. Nothing was on too tight. Patient is your best friend right now. sometimes my dog wouldn’t eat so I would give them chicken and rice that seem to bring the mood up. I would try to get also different opinions from different veterinarians because sometimes they might have a few tricks up their sleeve. I don’t know if your city has the VIP shots events for the dogs. Sometimes those vets are able to do procedures at a reasonable price. One of my pup had Pavo and I was quoted in the emergency room $1500 for the treatment and a veterinarian that I met from the VIP shot event gave me her number and the treatment for free. She literally gave me everything I needed and more for 6 pups. She gave me six treatments for all my six puppies because they all had Pavo for free. You can maybe do a go fund me page and put pictures with the QR code around town so people can take a picture and donate there’s many different methods. But going back to the candle lighting I usually light it after my shower but when I showered. I had a bucket filled with water and parsley leaves. I ripped them up with intentions and made a small prayer to help my dog get back to normal. Once the parsley leaves were ripped up I would grab them in my right hand and scrub all around my body, like as if it was a sponge and absorbing all my intention and prayers in my thoughts as soon as I got out the shower, I would light a candle and say a prayer again to god anyone on the other side (prayer to god/ guardian angels, San Judas tadeo helps with tough situations ). I used a white candle, but any candles should be fine. But I would leave it in their hands . As soon as the candle is about to turn off, I would get the flame, (same flame ) for the next candle. I remember one time I had even three candles lit at the same time, but my faith never change until this day I still have 2 candles 🕯️ make sure he’s not jumping on in off the couch I’m not a financial advisor, nor a veterinarian, nor a spiritual advisor, but hang in there. ❤️❤️❤️

[@andgonito]

@PICANTESOCIETY I want you to know I absolutely love and appreciate you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to write this message for me 🥹 I have taken screenshots of the whole thing and will implement everything. I've just bought a memory foam for my dog to sleep on and will help her relearn how to stand. You are a blessing and I am sending soooo much positive loving energy to you and your pup! She had a surgery to remove a mass on her abdomen. I'm not sure how or why the ivdd started but when I brought her back from her surgery she was walking weird and every day after she slowly stopped using her back legs. I kept calling the vet to find out why and they said it was most likely her response to pain from the surgery or the pain medicine but that she would be fine. However when I took her back to get her stiches removed they said it was most likely ivdd..... I'm having faith that she will have a full recovery and walk like her normal happy self again soon. I will light a candle for my baby and set intentions and pray for her full and complete miraculous recovery ❤️

[@kdsryd]

Out of no where my 3 year old Frenchie showed these signs & symtoms last night. Her breathing heavily, pacing, limping & crying to touch on her right side of body got us to the ER. Today is day 1 of strict rest & pain meds. Thank you for this video! Straight to the point with facts! Praying my baby makes a full recovery. Blessings to everyone going through this...

[@nicholasgonzalez2438]

This is literally happening to my dog rn

[@mrz6480]

I started giving my dog CBD my vet loved the idea I noticed a difference in 4 days it has now been about 3 and a half weeks. She is no longer in pain luckily it was caught early she is now very active for her age. Wishing you and your dog the best

[@avaz214]

Any update on if she got better??

[@kdsryd]

@@avaz214 my fur baby is doing much better. With meds and a lot of rest and restriction to playing she bounced back. I do notice from time to time a limp in her walk. She still babies the injury once in a while.

[@jordanwilliam6720]

This happened to my dachshund today 😣😭

[@sherlymosessian4055]

Excellent video. My dashound/beagle mix got IVDD 5 months ago stage 4. We woke up middle of the night to him having fallen/jumped from the bed and was paralyzed in hind legs and in severe pain. Very scary and heart breaking. He was in a lot of pain. We took him to urgent care to manage his pain and got him surgery the next day. In 2 weeks he gained ability to wag tail and then slowly gained strength in his hind legs. He was able to control urination and defecation after a few weeks. We had to adjust his pain meds since his prescribed meds were not working well. In 3 months he gained ability to kick his legs back. He is doing much better now and around 85% back to his pre IVDD with great quality of life. It takes time but don’t lose hope.

[@SEVNeurology]

Thank you for sharing your journey. You did everything right - quick to act, patience, resilience. Thank you.

[@shane4571]

Thats brilliant, How old is your dog?

[@sherlymosessian4055]

@@shane4571 thank you. He is around 5. We adopted him 3 years ago, so his age is a rough estimate from the shelter. We are working on getting him to be a bit leaner/ lose weight to reduce the chances of another injury.

[@shane4571]

@@sherlymosessian4055 that's great to hear hopefully makes full recovery soon. Ours is 10 so surgery was not an option. Treating with meds and physio can still walk but slowly. painful to see but thankfully in zero pain.

[@sherlymosessian4055]

@@shane4571 great to hear your is not in much pain. Wishing for more recovery and gaining strength back. They are worth it :)

[@vihpol]

Thank you for being a neurologist for pets 💛

[@aldhn8312]

Thank you to all the doctors and everyone who works in the veterinary field they gave her a chance to walk again !

[@joekiser1821]

Just started going through this with my 4 year old Boston Terrier. I would say he’s a grade 2/3. Just started steroids and pain meds. If anyone has any advice I would love to hear it. He is my first dog and I never thought I’d love an animal like my boy. Sad but hopeful. Prayers to everyone in the comments that have lost their friends. It’s hard to watch

[@killacamm8655]

Following as well. Ran into this with my baby to. Scared as hell reading all these comments.

[@Ronay74]

Following…my GS started this about 3 weeks ago.

[@Kabobandrice]

I’ve been told ivdd can treated with laser therapy. If you have the means, look into it.

[@countrygirl366]

This video is so informative 💯❤️thank goodness for info on here that's accurate like this. By far this is the best video that I have found in description of this ivdd my 12 year old Dotson was recently diagnosed with this by his vet. I think he's at a stage one or two at this point I just pray that it don't get worse but I'm sure it will but I'll keep praying for my little man. I love him so very much. Couldn't ask for a better fur baby than my Roscoe he's amazing and he's a momma and daddy's baby boy 💙

[@92_09]

My dog is suffering from ivdd and is in 2 and 3 stage. It started a week ago. He is 13 and we are in beyond pain to see him like this.

[@drewmlg7310]

I have the exact same my 12 year old pitbull has gotten this just 2 days ago and is also in stage 2 and around 3 and I can't stand seeing my dog like this

[@canelofight7756]

@@drewmlg7310 how is he doing rn did u need to go to dog clinic or what

[@no-ui2oc]

hey, any update?

[@washingtondnavarro]

This was very helpful and informative. Thank you.

[@JMGeranimo]

Thank you for this video,my last vet told me my 14 yo pit had arthritis, this is exactly what she seems to have. Stage 2 or so. I moved and am swing a new vet tonight.

[@Twirlyhead]

Thanks for this video. We are going through this right now. Helpful.

[@antbee520]

mollie has IVDD thank you Dr we need to look into care ASAP

[@ripadipaflipa4672]

Thanks for the information. Very to the point and helpful.

[@mrelixirgalactic]

Thank you so much for the professional insight🙏🏽💯

[@XRoyalStampedeX]

My dog was put down due to ivdd it got so bad that he could no longer walk. I had him for 12 years and was my best friend I’ve ever had it’s been a month since he died and I’m still trying to deal with the loss.

[@jmdr8743]

I hope u will have ivdd too so u can be put down too.. i put him down just an easy escape for u instead of taking care of ur dog

[@laurentampa2054]

I’m so sorry.

[@dawncampbell1284]

So sorry for your lost ❤

[@groomergirl6642]

I just came in to my 13+ year old beagle/basset mix in stage 1-2 of what appears to be IVDD. He went through heartworm treatment when I got him 3 years ago and his back has always been sensitive. I'm going to be sure he gets plenty of rest until.the vets open back up since it's Christmas day.

[@sheridanmatthews316]

Absolutely brilliant video - thank you

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Sheridan how are you doing today

[@robertgarofalo4012]

Thank you, very informative 👍🏼

[@danielsan24]

We were running outside two days ago after he finished using the bathroom. The grass was wet and he slipped. He screamed, and my dad had to take him to the vet. Turns out he has IVDD now. He's taking medication, but he can't even move his back legs now. All I feel is the guilt and the regret for running that day, which we always do in our routine. All I feel is the blame and both of my parents being against me. I have faith for my dog's recovery, even if my dog's back legs aren't at their best. If he has to be put down, all I'll feel is guilt and anger. All my family will do is hate me for what happened, but all I can do is pray.

[@FindWisdom]

May the peace of Jesus Christ be with you

[@salvyballacc]

Wait did he get IVDD from the fall or was the fall just an indicator that something has been wrong?

[@andgonito]

It's possible the fall caused a slipped disk

[@andgonito]

I really really hope your dog is doing better now ♡

[@LisaSap]

My Frenchie had surgery on his neck about 2 months ago for this condition. I’m happy to report that he is doing really well so far. The trick will be remembering that he can’t go back to roughhousing the way he used to

[@fluffyanimalmomentswilkins8271]

Hi are you in the Uk? Can I ask the cost for the surgery? I may have to do this for my dog😢 Sending prayers to you and your boy ❤

[@pissant7867]

What stage was he

[@mayito714]

My 13 year old improved with 10 mg of Prednisone twice a day for a week with a taper off after 7 days and physical therapy and massages..

[@EricDungan]

My 4yo Lap/Pit mix was diagnosed with chronic on acute IVDD today. She had been running around like her normal self at the dog park on Monday.

[@nhannguyen-mc3ym]

How much is cost for their check up?

[@defiantkatt]

Such a helpful video, especially in showing the symptoms of the various stages of severity! Thank you!

[@SEVNeurology]

Thank you. Glad it helps.

[@sandygarcia9672]

My 3 year old pomchi has IVDD and is on his 2nd flare up after his initial diagnosis. Last time he was fine after 3 days. This time I’m hoping isn’t too much longer. He was diagnosed at 1 yr and 8 months old so very young. My heart breaks for him

[@mrz6480]

My dog was just diagnosed with this disease. Luckily I noticed my dog in bad pain took her to the vet and it was caught early. The vet put her on carprovet. I was already giving her cosoequin and fish oil supplements. The vet told me to keep that up and I decided to try CBD my vet loved the fact That I started giving her this. I noticed a big difference in 4 days it has now been 3 and a half weeks since I started giving her CBD. She is no longer in pain and very active for her age. She still shakes her head a little due to a bone spur. I told my vet the other day how well she was doing and everyone in the office was amazed.

[@samanthadaroga4811]

This video was quite informative and exactly what my pet may have - Type 2

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Samantha how are you doing today

[@K9MobilityHeroes]

wow 10 out of 10 thank you

[@martinguerre8220]

My dog went from being perfectly fine yesterday to wobbling like a drunk this morning, dragging his back legs

[@dude14377]

My GSD of 3 years was diagnosed with DLSS and we're currently weighing up surgery vs euthanasia. Pets are both the most amazing thing and heart-breaking thing when something goes wrong.

[@pandabrittful]

Same :(. My beagle is only 4 and it’s 12k for surgery…it’s not fair when bad things happen to dogs.

[@CFDeezNutz]

I just took my 11 year old pit mix to the vet and was told she might have neurologic issues since she cant use all 4 limbs, was given pain meds for now. Was also told the cost of mri and such about 2-5,000$, which i cant afford. Im just praying she will get better soon if not I was told to think about putting her down 😢.

[@FknNefFy]

😢😢😢 so sorry to hear

[@justwannaname]

Just happened to my 9 year old I adopted 4 months ago 🥺. He’s a level 3-4. Praying he pulls through

[@0oohhhlala]

My Shih tzu is going through the same thing. He's 14 and I'm sick about this. I really don't want him to go through surgery. He's too old 😪 we have another vet visit tomorrow

[@aaliyahx5081]

@@0oohhhlala did he make it? My dog is going through the same thing

[@0oohhhlala]

@@aaliyahx5081 No, I had to put him down last Wednesday. He was in too much pain

[@0oohhhlala]

@@aaliyahx5081 I’m so sorry to hear about your baby.

[@user-dm4bu1kn6r]

My dog had IVDD due to a spinal cord injury in his neck. He had Paresis on his right front and rear leg which meant he could not walk on his own. His front paw was knuckling severely and his rear leg was to the point where his leg was crossing over the other leg. This made it even harder to maneuver him. He was on pain meds including opiates and anti inflammatories which caused him to not be able to urinate by the way (that’s a while other subject). I just could not put him down though. So I decided to look for alternative healing methods. I found a lady online that had cured her little poodle of complete paralysis due to IVDD in her rear legs by sheer accident. She gave the dog a supplement called iHercules. I had never heard of this. It’s not made for dogs but this lady decided it was worth a try to give it to the dog to see if it would help. She gave the dog three doses per day and after two weeks the dog began moving her hind legs on her own. This lady’s dog also had to wear diapers and couldn’t go to the bathroom by herself due to her paralyzed hind legs. I decided it was worth a try for my dog. So I ordered it and within two weeks my dog began improving as well. Within 15-20 days he was walking again at 80% and after a month he is now 95% better. He runs around the yard now, even hiking his leg to pee. He couldn’t move before. I had to hold him up with harnesses to take him outside. I still do not let him jump off steps or the couch and I watch him like a hawk so he doesn’t re-injure himself but I am so amazed he has recovered so well. It is an absolute miracle. I also gave him licorice extract and a hemp chew with MSM, glucosamine and chondroitin and changed his diet to better food. Who knows if it’ll work for your baby or not but it was worth a try for me and I have my boy back now. So grateful.

[@andgonito]

Thank you so much for sharing this! What was the reasoning behind the licorice root?

[@JamesHoratio-cl8he]

Where can I find the supplement?

[@JamesHoratio-cl8he]

Where was the supplement found?

[@RJGURRI]

Did you find it.. My dog has ivdd too.. Not able to find the exact supplement ​@@JamesHoratio-cl8he

[@Sully365]

Thank you, my beloved just slipped a disk on thursday and we are trying to assess where to go. we're at grade 3 and this was incredibly helpful

[@SEVNeurology]

Glad you found this useful. Hope your pup is improving!

[@robertoperez4162]

My pet got it out of nowhere and i believe she is at grade 4 now we have to wait 2 weeks to see a neurologist and hopefully she can make a full recovery. find a neurologist and take your beloved ASAP before it worsens.

[@SEVNeurology]

Where are you located? If she is grade 4, it would be best to be seen before two weeks.

[@robertoperez4162]

@@SEVNeurology In Central California and you were right unfortunately she passed away 3 days after she was released from the vet.

[@SEVNeurology]

So sorry to hear.

[@samantham8696]

My King Charles Cavalier was just diagnosed with this. She isn’t paralyzed just pain. I’m so sad and afraid. She is only 3 years old and I love her like my child. This is just devastating

[@yihannajohnson3711]

Facts

[@samantham8696]

@C. L. Oh I am so sorry to hear this 😢 I do have good news. They put my dog on anti-inflammatory medication as well as a medication called gabapentin for pain. So far those medications have really helped. Some days she seems not as good but mostly she is really doing well, playing ball again and going for walks. I really hope they can get your baby comfortable as soon as possible. There is also a laser treatment option we have been using. We have pet insurance so it isn’t expensive, but not sure what it costs otherwise.

[@yijiaxin6402]

@@samantham8696 hi, I hope that your dog is now fully healed and well. I also have a cavalier and he is currently going through stage 2-3. The vet didn't use this grading but from the symptoms I think it's pending more on stage 3. I would like to ask a few questions about the recovery and treatment as you've gone through this before.. would you reccomend having the dog stay in his crate all the time except for walks? For the laser treatment, what is the procedure and did it work well (I've done as bit of research but never heard about laser treatment)? Finally, are there any recomendations on how to take care of my dog better during the treatment? Thank you so much!

[@alecc3073]

What happened to your cavie ? Mine has the same thing

[@juancarlosveladquez1765]

Well vets should be required to provide a video like this so i can understand real quick exactly what grade my dog had here - gotta do this quick is kinda weird

[@charlespierce803]

Very well done and helpful. I think it is worth emphasizing that if IVDD is suspected, an ASAP trip to the emergency vet is essential.

[@SEVNeurology]

Thank you. Great point. For all grades (1-5), sooner is better than later. Grade 3 as soon as possible and grades 4 and 5 are surgical emergencies.

[@rothwellbrothersgamers1557]

​@@SEVNeurology my dog,chase has been diagnosed stage 4..surgery is so expensive that is just too much for us..he is on painkillers and anti inflammatory tablets..do you think there is a chance if recovery widout surgery..heart is breaking

[@DrTiwade]

​@@SEVNeurologyhow much does it cost?

[@user-ss6zt2mo1l]

@@DrTiwadesurgery on dogs is $$$$. We were quoted $6000, for the surgery alone. An MRI was 6000, and a CT scan they wanted $3000. Our surgery was due to an invasive fatty limpoma invading our Yorkies right back side. Figure on $15K minimum.

[@lorynvangoeverden8952]

I lost my baby boy this morning. He went paralysed 2 days ago. Too old to operate. I'm devastated. I'm gonna miss you my leg🖤

[@desireebryant9523]

So sorry 😢

[@christsciple]

This was incredibly insightful! My dog has quickly lost use of his right hind leg and and now has significant muscle deterioration. We've had MRI's and X-Rays performed. Been to countless vets and orthopedic surgeons (no surgery yet). The specialists we've seen have said it's possibly IVDD, others disagree and believe there is a tumor along the sciatic nerve. I've been calling every specialist trying to get any help possible in the hopes of narrowing the cause. Reaching out to different universities now. He's only 4.

[@SEVNeurology]

Where are you located? Is he painful?

[@christsciple]

@@SEVNeurology Located in Minnesota. Haven't been able to tell if he is in pain. No whining or crying (he's pretty stoic and never whines anyway), generally upbeat mood, still loves to play fetch on three legs. However, he pants more than he ever used to, tires quickly, restless at night, not active during the day.

[@christsciple]

@@SEVNeurology I should add that he is currently on a combination of pain meds, steroids, and antibiotics (vet wants to rule out an infection). Previously, we were on a strictly high dose of steroids and he responded really well. Since then, we were instructed to cut the steroids prescription in half and begin including the prescription for antibiotics

[@laurentampa2054]

@@christscipleWhat was the outcome? I hope he is doing well!

[@christsciple]

@@laurentampa2054 ​ @laurentampa2054 Thanks. Got him into UM here in Minnesota for all kinds of scans and they believed it was a benign tumor in his pelvis. Got him on steroids and his situation stabilized up until two weeks ago and he's somewhat taken a dive for the worse. Lost 90% of all movement in his leg and now he avoids walks and most activities he previously enjoyed. Taking him in this Friday for more scans as docs now think it could be cancer and if so were going to do radiation treatment. Little guy isn't the same unfortunately. He's a border collie/lab mix and was super active previously. One thing that I believe has helped is swimming. There's an indoor dog pool we take him to 2-3 times a week and it really lifts his spirits and I like to think it helps him physically.

[@catenystrom6506]

Everyone, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, always get pet insurance for your dog when they're young BEFORE they're diagnosed with things like this. All four of my dogs have insurance, and Porter was diagnosed with this horrible disease. We caught it early, but if and when he ever needs surgery, we can afford it because he has insurance. I will NEVER have a dog without insurance again.

[@ban825]

Can you recommend a good one I have a dog who is getting older and I wanna be ready for those expenses just in case

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Cate how are you doing today

[@user-gx2bi3pu3f]

I have insurance however have to pay 10% of the costs. I fear I may not be able to afford surgery for my dog only a cat scan. Breaks my heart

[@highendforever]

I wish I would’ve gotten pet insurance too late

[@lucillesbabe916]

Thank you for this video! Our pug is only 2 and currently has this condition. We took him to the vet 3 times now for medications etc. We cannot afford to go any further. We need videos like these to ease our Boy Shelby’s pain and pressure. Thank you again!

[@philchavez586]

If your dog has stage 1 or 2 IVDD, try wet cat food like Friskies.

[@18finally]

@@philchavez586 what does the cat food do? :)

[@killacamm8655]

Also wondering what cat food does

[@andgonito]

My guess is they are saying the cat food is really appetizing to thr dog.. cause otherwise there is nothing in friskies that will heal this... in fact friskies cat food is not really the best quality food to feed a dog...

[@destinyreturns4885]

I lost my beautiful Husky Boy Smokey last month and am still searching for answers to what happened. This was not diagnosed, but I've wondered if he might have had a slipped disk or perhaps a ruptured disk, as he had trouble walking and was in much pain when he did try to walk. It all came on so suddenly too. After reading several of the responses here some of it sounds so familiar, as I was hand feeding him, rotisserie chicken one day then ground beef and rice the next, and steak yet another day. I had to act like I was going to eat it first for him to take and eat it. He was then having problems pooping and then started having problems peeing, so we thought it might be UTI, which all results came back negative. Seeing this makes me think I could have done more for him, but I didn't want him to suffer. I have been the one suffering each day since, and miss him so very much. He was my very best friend.

[@belenleon4343]

So sorry 💔 he is now resting & no longer in pain ❤️‍🩹

[@davidnavarro391]

❤️❤️🥺

[@chrisb6393]

I just experienced the exact same thing. We are hurting without our boy. I feel very guilty

[@desireeaguilar7743]

My deepest condolences to you. I feel your pain 😔 I had to put my 4yr old terrier mix down yesterday. He was diagnosed with IVDD the day he passed. He had stage 3. 😭💔🌈🐕

[@destinyreturns4885]

@@desireeaguilar7743 Thank you for your nice note. I adopted another Husky, but not a day goes by that I miss my beautiful Smokey. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for the loss of your terrier. Our pets mean the world to us....

[@roxane7432]

I adopted an German Shepherd mix and he was severely beaten across the back, the veterinarian says nothing can really be don't accept medication for his pain, and the pain medication is so toxic, causes liver and kidney damage and cancer, no way will I give that to him. I found a veterinarian chiropractor hopefully they will be able to massage him or adjust him, will be his only hope

[@andgonito]

Please let me know how that went. Really considering taking my dog to a chiropractor

[@slappy7390]

This is one of the hardest things I've ever had to go through... I just want my baby girl to get better.

[@killacamm8655]

🙏🙏 hope she got through it.

[@slappy7390]

@@killacamm8655 sadly she's a wheel chair pup now, it's crazy I seem to be more upset about it then she is. She's the same good girl she's always been her back legs just don't work. 😥

[@killacamm8655]

@slappy7390 glad she's still around man. I'm afraid that's what's gonna happen to mine as well. Her back paws are staring to bend in But still able to stand and walk. Scares the hell out of me

[@slappy7390]

@@killacamm8655 it gets easier every day. She's ALOT of work, time consuming and expensive but well worth it. As long as ur dog still has feeling in the back legs the chance for recovery are good, if there no feeling the chance for recovery goes down extremely. 8 weeks of crate only and if they don't get better they probably won't. 😥

[@andgonito]

Did you try strick crate rest and pain meds or at least cbd in the beginning ? Currently at the beginning of this with my dog... she actually just had surgery for something completely unrelated and for some reason within a few days after the surgery she began to lose the use of her back legs... will try the strick crate rest and pain meds/ cbd oil

[@lost619]

This looks like our dog. Sadly she wasn't able to get insured. She's 4 and we were told mri is 2 grand and surgery for anything could cost up 5 grand total so 7 to 8 thousand they said total. She isn't displaying pain signs any more though she seems quite happy but is struggling now to walk. Sadly we don't have any local places that will help with treatments.

[@wolfhund6608]

Thank you so much ! We have been having troubles helping our girl pee... It's so hard, we're New to this but we're trying ❤️ thank you

[@demetria2189]

Did you figure it out? My little one won’t pee she’s trained to not go pee inside so now he won’t go at all.

[@salvyballacc]

@@demetria2189 I hope you found out how to pee. I think we all know how painful a full blatter can get. I take mine outside pick him up gently from his lower half on his bladder

[@Blippity_Bloop64]

Very informative video. Our 13+ yo Beagle/Dachshund mix was going full-bore after a squirrel two days ago and lost his back legs mid-run. After a visit to the emergency vet, she pretty much suspected it was this. They offered the MRI and a possible surgery option. We actually do have insurance, but, unfortunately, our pup also has CHF and, while he's been soldiering through that (with meds) for over a year pretty well, we just don't want to risk the anesthesia. Plus, we don't want him to go through all that, only to have the CHF possibly take him a few months later. So, for now, we're doing crate rest and have pain killers/anti-inflammatory meds. He's still got an appetite and goes potty outside with us supporting his back legs. One thing I would say - do whatever you can to keep your at-risk breeds from jumping down from stuff. I know it's difficult and they can move before you know it, but I'll always wonder if, had I'd been more careful, he'd still be going after the squirrels.

[@SEVNeurology]

Sounds like you're taking great care of him. Hope he recovers soon!

[@cetar2876]

@Southeast Veterinary Neurology we have a large pit/mastiff mix. He finished melarsomine injections for heartworms in April and had been on limited activity for a while, so he had gained up to 126 lbs. A few months ago, we noticed that he couldn't jump into the car sometimes, but thought it was the weight. Then a few weeks ago, was playing tug of war with my husband, running side ways, and fell. Husband said his back legs were shaking, and didn't get up right away. When he got up, he seemed okay, but we began to notice more back leg weekness - not able, or hesitiant to jump up in car or on bed. Took to the vet, and they said he needed to lose weight and had inflamation and gave anti inflamitory and gabapentin. Lost 6 lbs and did xrays and still says it is his weight. So this last week, we noticed he is not putting weight on the back left leg most of the time, and if he does, the leg crosses or leans into the other leg. We are very concerned and worried. Seems to be getting worse, even though he is losing weight. Going back to vet Monday. Does this sound like IVDD, or something else. Is it possible the melarsomine injections could have caused damage? Thanks for any advise.

[@SEVNeurology]

Really tough to know without seeing in person. Holding up of the leg or not putting weight could be a bone/joint problem as opposed to a spinal cord problem such as IVDD. Best to be seen in person.

[@christineannedelacruz1490]

This information helps a lot! Don’t know what to do. We found out yesterday afternoon that my dog can’t walk anymore but he was able to sit. At first it was one leg at the back. Suddenly this 4am in the morning both of his back leg can no longer support. He vomited and he is pacing his breath. I hope he is okay. Right now it’s 5:15am in the morning here and our doctor will be available at 3pm. Can’t sleep cause we can see him suffering.

[@Hi22213]

how is he now? my pet is also suffering from this problem. The diagnosis is very hard here in India for pets.

[@PaintSlinger99]

We've got this same issue going on. The Vet here in South Florida estimated 2k for imaging, 4k for surgery and 1500 in meds/followup work. So that's 7,500 dollars to get my 8 year old dog back to normal. I have a 4 year old child and a newborn and just cannot bring myself to spend that much money as we are a middle income family. I wish someone could do this process for my 3,500 budget. Makes me very sad. Currently she is under strict crate rest, she is wearing the 'lil backer' back brace, and taking a supplement rich in Chondroitin called Vetri Disc. I am trying to look for other vets that could complete the surgery closer to my budget. Vets are expensive here because of all the old retired millionaires. I am not going to give up on her easily

[@SEVNeurology]

We (Southeast Veterinary Neurology) are in south Florida, but unfortunately are not less expensive than what you’ve been quoted elsewhere. It’s not just the “old retired millionaires” that make this sort of care cost what it does. It’s the equipment and the expertise and the round the clock care and the facilities that make it cost what it does. Honestly, I am not aware of any board-certified neurologist in the entire state of Florida that could do a quality job (exam, preanesthetic labs, MRI, surgery, rehabilitation, hospitalization, pain management, follow up care, etc) for less than $7500. If you find someone less in Florida they are either not a board-certified neurologist and/or aren’t doing an MRI (and are performing older, dated tests such as a myelogram). Please reach out to one of our offices. I hope we can better explain the costs AND the value of what we can do for your dog. www.SEVNeurology.com

[@poolahpot]

@@SEVNeurology maybe a payment plan then.

[@SEVNeurology]

@@poolahpot Finances are the number one thing that keep pets from getting the care they need. Most vets offer payment plans. We offer three different deferred payment plans through third party providers: Care Credit, Wells Fargo Health and ScratchPay. All of them are interest-free for a certain period (12 months). They do require a credit check. Almost every time I have offered a client to have a payment plan where they pay me directly, they never pay. It’s terrible because they ruin it for the good people who would pay. But I’ve easily written off tens of thousands of dollars of services to people who promise to pay but never do. So we stick to CareCredit, Wells Fargo and ScratchPay. We do a fair amount of discounting to help people. We do a lot of rescue work. And we occasionally do some pro bono work. This is important for us to do, but isn’t sustainable. We have recently started a foundation that people can donate to in order to help families that can’t afford services. Currently it doesn’t have enough funds in it to even cover the cost of one surgery. But we are doing our best to help as many families as possible. Feel free to share the link if there is someone you know who might be able to help. bit.ly/donateSEVN

[@nicolejohnson2985]

My vet did it for 4,400$. Don’t give up . Keep pushing !

[@bhaskarnayak5180]

@@nicolejohnson2985 Could you please let me know who is your vet?

[@ethancrespo422]

coming to this video now to find my 3yo german shepherd come down with this painful disease my fam and i just noticed his paralysis of the hind legs progress in 2-3 days from wobbly walking to laying down to not moving at all . It pains me at the moment caring for him i hope he makes it

[@MeloReyes97]

how is he doing?

[@RokkyB]

My baby is currently going through IVDD. He is taking medication and my family and I are watching him at home 24/7. It hasn’t even been a week yet and we sure hope he pulls through this. ❤️ Any advice would be greatly appreciated

[@philchavez586]

If your dog can still stand try wet cat food like Friskies or Nine lives. A quarter to half a can twice a day.

[@oscarjuarez2142]

Hi, Hows the healing process been? it's been two weeks since my dog was diagnosed with this.

[@oscarjuarez2142]

@C. L. thanks for the update and info. She’s mainly just laying down. I take her out only to handle her business, no walks or letting her run around. Medication is almost done. Just got her blood work done and was told her calcium levels were high. She won’t let me carry her to the front yard(which is what the vets told me to do the first two weeks)

[@oscarjuarez2142]

@C. L. thank you! I appreciate the information. I’ll buy the joint medication. Glad to hear your dogs much better 😊

[@KuriousSamYT]

Hello, my dog is a grade 4, she can’t really walk but has sensation on her legs. We can’t afford the surgery so we are taking care of her at home. Any advice?

[@vcs7360]

im really sad because im suspecting my dog has this disease 😭😭😭i dont have money to send her to the vet... and shes sick for a couple days now, i am just feeding her chicken to gain her strength I even spoon feed her... thank you for this wonderful and really helpful learning drs...

[@tzeching1030]

Hows your dog now? My dog’s the same and i couldnt afford it..

[@andgonito]

How is your dog doing now?

[@demiloca]

My dog is stage 1 and this is the 8th day. Went to ER 4 times in first 6 days because the pain meds were not doing enough. He's now well into 48 hours of fairly pain free - just one episode of neck spasm and visible pain and compensation for it but no vocalization. He's basically 100% good in between the eps but besides an increase in the pain meds, I think the MAIN / KEY help has been STRICT CRATE REST. I was strict before but not crating. It's given me hope of full recovery. // It began in the middle of the night... he was about to jump down from my low bed, a common thing of the last two years, but invariably wakes me up because he's taken to peeing on the bed after another visiting dog did it. So I reached behind him to pull him back from jumping - and I must of surprised him/ shocked him and I think he just turned his neck at same time towards me and screamed bloody murder at pain. I felt soooo bad because I TOLD myself not to stop him EVER AGAIN after I did this a few months ago with the same reaction. While I blame myself, I know I didn't create the problem - but it's possible it would never have reached stage 1 of IVDD without me doing that. I also have the crate elevated so that he's not straining his neck to see me - and I think that also helps.

[@SEVNeurology]

Thanks for sharing. Great insight from POV of pet parent. Strict crate rest is key.

[@MonstrousLife]

How’s your buddy doing? My dog is currently going through the same problems right now, he gets neck spasms randomly and starts arching his back. He’s still eating and potting normal. He would literally be fine and then go back to just arching his back and keep his head down. I have him on meloxidyl anti inflammatory medicine and crate rest. Praying he gets better 😓

[@orechante]

I spent so much money and still lost my dog to this disease 3days ago, I feel so much pain to the point that I feel norm.

[@SEVNeurology]

Sorry to hear.

[@Johnny83O]

I know how you feel. Dealing with the loss of mine due to surgery complications and it’s not easy ❤️

[@orechante]

@@Johnny83O so sorry about that

[@davidnavarro391]

Im so sorry. Im going through this rn.

[@annasteen5096]

So sorry for your loss

[@joanagomes6313]

My Frenchie went to vet 2 days ago and vet said could be slipped disc need to go see by specialist i think she on stage 4 , i don’t know what to do she only 2y

[@normavelasquez8988]

My Shih tzu is about 3 and has this exact symptoms and x rays done ! She is in bad pain and vet suggested therapy - meds - rest

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Norma how are you doing today

[@ajbethel6910]

this was really really helpful, we adopted a huge 13 yr old German shepherd two days ago with no history on her that's showing signs similar to stage 2, she needs assistance to walk and she also has bad ear infections that throw her balance off as well so we've been in touch with a vet and we got her a toddler mattress she's been resting on other than potty breaks. I'd like to bring this up to the vet, luckily shes on pain meds from the shelter already but I appreciated the info on what to do for her in the meantime

[@SEVNeurology]

Might not be IVDD. I know it might be tough since you just adopted her and don’t know the history, but knowing how long it’s been going on, the progression and onset (is it getting better or worse, quickly or slowly) and whether she is or was painful would be helpful. Thank you for adopting her.

[@thepiratepeteshow2684]

@@SEVNeurology I have a question? My 15 year old GSD, all of a sudden couldn't stand or move her rear legs to walk. I gave her inflammatory injection and tablets and she started standing again and walking but still needed help. I stopped the inflammatory drugs and 2 weeks later my dogs rear legs again collapsed and can't stand. Is this symptoms of IVDD? MIR scan putting her to sleep due to her age is not advised. X-ray showed nothing

[@SEVNeurology]

@@thepiratepeteshow2684 Can be IVDD, but can be something else. This is where evaluation in person and an MRI gives us the best chance of knowing the cause and likelihood of helping.

[@thepiratepeteshow2684]

@@SEVNeurology no MIR near me in Cyprus this is why I wanted your opinion. Thank you. Also, last time she had regained the ability to walk on her own without support. Update, She can now itch her ears again, both rear Paws ticklish again. What might have triggered this again, might have been when she smelled a cat and stood up and ran to bark

[@SEVNeurology]

@@thepiratepeteshow2684 impossible for me to know just by hearing description. Exam in person (and tests, but I realize no MRI in your area) are only way for me to give a reasonable recommendation.

[@jessedonez]

My sisters 2 year old dog is ill and his back legs seem to drag when he walks. No energy. Throws water back up. And other things. On KZbin and google trying to identify possibly why because vet doesn’t know cause. Please help!

[@Nightrain76]

I know this is the type of video where dog owners who are in a lot of pain are going to congregate. I pray for all of your pups who are suffering from this.

[@user-ho9zz7wi7v]

That’s so sad. I have spinal issues & it’s excruciating!!! Poor babies!!!

[@blackdot7606]

For me it's very useful my dog st. Bernard suffering from grade 4 and it's been one week since he can't able to walk

[@SEVNeurology]

Hi there. We are truly sorry to hear that you and your pet are going through this challenging situation. Without prompt treatment, IVDD can advance rapidly, leading to irreversible damage. Therefore, we strongly recommend taking your pet to the nearest veterinary neurologist for timely intervention. We are here for your pet if you need us - sevneurology.com/

[@eidorousaguila720]

My dog shitsu has a wobbly legs and always dragging his toes for 5months now. My vet just gave us a vitamins for the nerve but I don't see any improvements. I can't find vet here that can totally help us 😔

[@sohameddy]

How much is the average cost of the treatment ?

[@sandshoebee]

My 6 year old Great Dane started limping and within a few hours her front legs were buckling , straight on phone to vets and they done bloods etc and told us it looked like a neurological condition. She got emergency neurologist appointment the next day and was scanned and operated on that evening. Seven discs in her neck and to be repaired due to IVDD . The said it was very uncommon in Great Danes . She came home after about 4 days and could stand and walk herself she was in recovery for about 6 weeks. She’s doing great a bit less active then she used to be but pain free and her happy self again .

[@SherylShane]

I just took my dane to vet - I need to find someone to do surgery. May I ask what it costs. The initial x-ray showed several bad discs.

[@SherylShane]

My boy just turned 7. He has pain. Goes in spurts. I need to find vet here to help.

[@coltonstrong525]

Thank you! My Bichon had a grade 2 and had surgery 5 days ago. We can walk and could walk before too. Only thing is that he still sort of falls over here and there and doesn’t walk straight. The doctor gave him a good prognosis. Will the ataxia get better ? Thanks again

[@SEVNeurology]

Many dogs can take months for full recovery after spinal surgery.

[@coltonstrong525]

@@SEVNeurology thanks so much for the reply. I should expect that to improve though if he had feeling in his toes before and is already walking well ?

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Colton how are you doing today

[@other_dimensions6929]

My germane cheaperd he’s 3yo and he had IVDD grade 5 for about to months i can’t afford to to take him to the vet everytime and i don’t wana pot him down i love him so much 😭😭😭

[@mnavratil2007]

Acupuncture and home physical therapy and crate rest..no walking around on ceramic tile. I bought paw grip stickers..

[@lehannanthony6719]

My yorkie mix stopped using his back legs 6 months or so ago. We took him to two vets. The first only had him in the back for barely 10 mins came back with two different dog vitamins and charged me 100. Said he would be fine. Knowing the vet didn't even look at him or give us any reason to why this was happening we had a second opinion. Second vet kept him over night. Told us he didn't need surgery that it was a pinched nerve and within another 2 weeks or so he would walk again. After getting medicine our total fee was almost 3k! It's been 5 months since the visit and he's never walked again. We aren't stacked in cash and just can't keep seeing vets who are mis diagnosing him. He's now lost most muscles in his lower half and has gotten fast at scooting. We continue to stretch his legs for him and massage him. He doesn't appear to be in any pain. He uses the restroom on his own. His legs tremor some times and tail still wags. Anyone have opinions on what it could be and what I should do and if he can ever walk again? We have been looking into wheel chairs for him and therapy.

[@killacamm8655]

Hope your baby's progressed 🙏🙏

[@andgonito]

Hello ♡ how is your dog doing now? Have you tried maybe some passive range of motion exercises? If your dog is still using the bathroom on their own and can wag their tale then it doesn't seem to be a spinal problem. I wonder if he just got used to not using his back legs?

[@kaiparker6216]

How can I take my dog to get the help he needs when I don’t have enough money for a surgery for him? I’ve never took any of my animals to the vet before but he really needs it and I think he has this because he suddenly lost the use of his back legs.

[@anicesuprise1459]

My 6 month Frenchie is going through this.I’m terrified we can’t loose him 💔

[@killacamm8655]

My pittys going through this now. Pray yours recovery as well 🙏🙏

[@KashMarie-pe1no]

Also going thru this with my pit right now as well 🙏🏻

[@reinakrizo4912]

My 2 month order Frenchie has it too

[@Mariisella121]

I’m also going thru this 😢 my poor baby 💔 breaks my heart

[@hairslayer2638]

2k is the going price for an mri btw

[@daryloneal1989]

My dog has grade 2 I was walking him an then the next day he started to limp then knuckling occurred he has boots on but still tends to roll foot over he's a black mouth cur he's a proud dog.

[@dakel7]

What are you doing for treatment? Did he get better?

[@Randapanda68]

I live in Arkansas would you happen to know where I could go for a MRI on my dog? He is towing the line between a grade 2 and 3.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Miranda how are you doing today

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Miranda how are you doing today

[@rodsfallen]

My dog was just diagnosed with IVDD today and he constantly screams and cries whenever he tries to sit down, or move his leg. I think he has stage 1 or stage 2 of IVDD and my family is giving him medical treatment and pain killers to try and help him recover. He's 13 years old, and I fear the worst that can happen to him with this disease especially with him being at that age 😭😭

[@mrz6480]

My dog was diagnosed about 3 and a half weeks ago in the early stage I decided to give her CBD I noticed a difference in four days she is now pain free and very active for her age I have also been giving her omaga 3 fish supplement plus carprovet that the vet gave me. Wishing you and your dog the best

[@Booboobear-eo4es]

I had a 10 year Labrador mix. A few months ago, on a Sunday, he was running around like a big, silly puppy. Three days later he was unable to walk. I took him to a veterinary neurologist and she confirm he was neurologic in all four limbs (which I paid $500 for something I already knew). To find the cause would have required about $5k to $6K worth of tests. But even if I went ahead with the tests and surgery could have corrected his issues, neurosurgery would have cost another $6K (at least). Being retired and on a fixed income, I could not afford to spend $11,000 to fix my dog. So I had to put him down. I have always wondered what the reason was for his neurological issues. What was shown in the video exactly described his symptoms. Now I am pretty sure what happened to him.

[@AnimePianistMynodex]

I love how neurologists can be helpful for dogs but also I dislike how expensive these tests are... its ridiculous

[@sugarrfree]

Theyre vets who love animals but also theyre vets who love money even more!

[@PepsiM]

My Shihtzu is about to be 2 in November and yesterday he lost balance in his back legs but he will still walk to eat and drink. His back legs are wobbly and sometimes fall down. Idk what to do because I don’t have enough for a scan

[@daniekotze6487]

Our beloved pekingese of 2 years has this in stage 3. My heart’s broken

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Danie how are you doing today

[@Lencuin]

I am absolutely terrified. I wish there was a sliding scale for some vets. I've had my dog for 12+ years and this is the third time he's experienced this within 15 months. Its so painful to see him suffer. If it doesnt improve or keeps happening i cant let him live like this. I wish there was an affordable option for surgey. I have absolutely awful chronic depression all of my life and Oakley has literally been my life savior multiple times. I just cannot imagine losing him. Please pray for me and my baby

[@marieinak2010]

I'm praying for your baby

[@marieinak2010]

I'm so sorry. I'm also going with your pain

[@drzrider3440]

When you first see signs of back pain in your dog, take them to a chiropractor. My weiner dog was unable to use his back legs. 3 adjustments later, he was walking again and lived to be 18.5 years old. Did this for 3 of my weiner dogs. Saved their lives and was totally free.

[@SEVNeurology]

Respectfully disagree. Dog discs are different than human discs. “Adjustments” can make dogs with IVDD catastrophically worse. I am glad your dog improved, but it was likely in spite of the chiropractor, not because of the chiropractor.

[@andgonito]

Hello how long after seeing th chiropractor did you notice changes in your dog? I've been considering taking my dog to one. As I believe animals, just like people, can sometimes need adjustments

[@mariaavalos1968]

My fur baby just got surgery and slowly getting thru.

[@bluefire6722]

My Labrador retriever is 5 and just recently is starting to walk really bad, he can just about walk with his bag legs but they are very unstable and the slightest touch can knock him over, we are bringing him to the vet tomorrow to get the diagnosis and help on what to do

[@SEVNeurology]

Definitely best to go see your vet. Good luck.

[@bluefire6722]

@@SEVNeurology we had to put him down because he got to stage 5 and surgery wasn’t guaranteed to help, and he was in a lot of pain and could barely walk on his own. We talked to and saw 3 vets and a person who did acupuncture and they all said the same thing that there was nothing that could be done, one of the vets gave us steroids but they didn’t work

[@SEVNeurology]

@@bluefire6722 Sorry to hear.

[@MISSISSIPPI_Gurl]

My little guy, 3 year old miniture daushund was diagnosed last weds. Grade 5 and currently on steroid treatment. I'm searching to see what will happen for future. :(

[@devanshimishra5807]

What is IVDD and what symptoms how to diagnosed and it can miss in diagnose can possible in all legs

[@harryprasetyo2783]

Ivdd can make dog paralyzed? Could not move all it's legs ? Maybe first from behind leg first and then front leg ? Then make it dying and death ? I see one double daple dachshund have this problem and could not save it.

[@karenspence6721]

This is what happened to my mini dashund it killed my soul to loose him he was the best dog I ever did have our hearts are broke

[@LarnacaSystem]

This information is excellent for dogs in every civilised country other than Cyprus. I use 4 different vet practices and they are all useless ! My miniature Shi-tzu was diagnosed with this 11 months ago and because the MRI showed a brain tumour, they refused to operate stating the prognosis is poor and the animal has a maximum of 6 months to live and so the attitude was Cortisone for quality of life. 11 months later the dog has been suffering with the symptoms of this disease that it has to live with everyday and so far no symptoms of a brain tumour. Does anyone know if the correct medication for this is, Omeprazole for spine fluid reduction and Gabapentin for pain control. I have tried to tell the so called vets but they all dont care. When i contact a potential new vet, they have the same attitude about the tumour. I would NEVER have another pet again as long as i am in this country of incompetence.

[@16mokopunas]

Aorry to hear about your shitzu, there is a facebook page where you can ask vets questions and they will respond quickly

[@menahem2681]

I’m so heartbroken right now. My dog had a limp then one night he was shaking, muscles spasming, and crying. I took my dog to the vet like a month ago he got on medicine (hip supplement, anti inflammatory, and pain). Second week of treatment he was doing much better then he re-aggravated his injury. Another round of medicine/rest but I don’t think it’s getting much better this time. Have an MRI consultation for Wednesday but right now he finished the second round of pain medicine and is just on inflammation/hip medicine. He is crying and spasming again, going to take him to the main vet tomorrow if he doesn’t get better. I think he is just stage 2 right now so hoping he will be ok and he is only 4 years old. Not looking forward to affording this MRI, any suggestions in paying for that or is scratch pay usually the best bet. I’m really hoping I don’t have to put him down or anything crazy 😔

[@Gstar999]

Can pentosan injection be given for 17 yrs old dog which has liver cancer and mild anemic?

[@effiepinto229]

My Terrin is currently going through,,i immediately cut my trip to the UK n returned to Goa to do her best treatment, i will do my best n rest is In God's hands 😢😢

[@SEVNeurology]

We are so sorry to hear your pet is going through this. Oftentimes, advanced testing is needed in the diagnosis of a neurological condition. We always recommend consulting a Vet Neurologist if any neurological condition is suspected.

[@tinabutler7293]

I’m currently being sued by a customer that blames me for the dogs disc rupture while we performed a toenail trim in the grooming salon. I have not been able to explain to them that the rupture was a symptom of the disc disease not a result of the toenail trim. They had only a physical exam by the vet with no images. 9 yr old basset hound. Any suggestions on how to explain to the judge in quick easy to understand manner?

[@SEVNeurology]

1. Sorry you’re going through this. 2. “This is not legal advice as I’m not an attorney”. What I can say is that we do see a fair amount of dogs that went to the vet for x-rays or went to the groomer then developed symptoms of IVDD. The pet owner often blames the vet or groomer when the reality is that 99% of the time the disk was “ready” to slip and was going to happen soon whether it was at the groomer, the dog park or on the car ride home. IVDD is a multifactorial condition. Genetics (eg being a Basset hound, dachshund, French bulldog, etc) plays a major role. Environment/activity/external factors also play a role.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Tina how are you doing today

[@arielblunzaga7496]

Hello, my dog now is suffering like this lameness. Am so sad about this especially that he wont eat too. It been 3 days now. What will i do. Thanks

[@brendarichards9957]

My five month french bull dog started tripping over himself and dragging his toes to the point of bleeding. We took him to the vet, and after bloodwork and an xray the vet suggested to see neuro vet. There are none in our county of Fresno. I was wondering what the average cost of an MRI and surgery, as after much research and watching a lot of your videos there is high probability my puppy needs surgery. How much should I expect to pay for an MRI as I was quoted $6000.00 by one neuro in Sacramento. Please help. Also, do you do video consults since I live in CA?

[@Mermare]

Brenda, if you don't get an answer, look up bulldog and dachshund rescues in your area and ask them what vet they use. Good luck to you.

[@stevenhenry4127]

Hello Brenda how are you doing today

[@andgonito]

I know of a place in San Diego that does low cost surgeries. If you haven't found help for your dog

[@glasgowbhoy8711]

We are in the stage of crate rest as he can walk fine just a bit wobbly sometimes, how often should we let him out of the cage to stretch his legs? Any help would be appreciated

[@Ddaoud2]

I am not a healthcare professional, but I would say if he is a very active breed dog, several times a day would probably be best. If he isnt that active, do it at least a couple of times per day but make sure that they dont jump, play tug of war with rope or toys, or interact too much with other dogs or any other kind of activity should be kept to a bare minimum and gradually increased over time

[@glasgowbhoy8711]

@@Ddaoud2 thanks for that! He hates it in his cage he’s barking constantly feel sooooo bad for him it’s so bad

[@FlameTheAdventurer]

My dogs back legs stop working suddenly yesterday. I found out after I got back home from work. He can still move his tail, urinate and stand but he stumbles around and cant stand to eat or drink unless he is supported. I hope he doesn't die.😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭