What are the chances of a dog getting better from intervertebral disk disease?

Michael Wong, board-certified veterinary neurologist answers your questions about intervertebral disk disease. This question asks "What are the chances of my dog getting better from a second bout of IVDD?"

[@EVEE_Rose-3]

From everything I have read. Even if you have surgery it always come back. It’s like people once you get disc problems you will never be the same again even with surgery. Same goes for dogs. Dachshunds have the worse problems with slipped disc because of their long bodies. It will keep happening over and over. Of course vets want to collect that large fee from you. It’s $4K for MRI and over $10K for the surf and your dog has absolutely no guarantees. To prevent IVDD prevent injuries! To Prevent IVDD use only harness Avoid all Tug-a-war games Avoid jumping from furniture (sofa, bed) Avoid stairs. Avoid any injury. Pick up from below the body never by arms. Let them sleep on memory foam mattress, latex or talalay To avoid spine pressure while sleeping As soon as you see any signs of IVDD Immediately crate them for 6 weeks. They also have a back brace that can be worn during this time. If in pain have vet prescribe steroids prednisone and Gabapentin For pain.

[@ninajaka2847]

Salute to you DR. Thank you for takin time and share your expirience and knowledge

[@Michellemutts7848]

My 9 year old dog went down hill 2 days after he was first paralysed, I was trying the rest and med option as I couldn't afford surgery but it got worse and he's was suffering. sadly had to say goodbye within a week, awful having to make that decision but I had to do was right for the situation 💔🌈

[@goteamgocrestwoodreddevils1482]

Thank you for doing this video 🙏

[@SEVNeurology]

You’re welcome. Hope it helps.

[@mrz6480]

My dog was diagnosed 4 weeks ago in the early stage. The vet prescribed her corprovet. She was already on cosoequin and omaga 3 fish oil supplements. The vet told me to keep that up. I decided to start giving her CBD the vet thought this was a great idea. After 4 days I noticed a difference. It has now been 4 weeks and she is playing ball running and jumping again.

[@iolite2]

Happy to hear, what brand of cbd did you use?

[@mrz6480]

@@iolite2 one of the ones was joy CBD treats for dogs the other one I can't remember your local vape CBD store should have oil and treats for dogs they say to give 5mg per 10 lbs of weight at first I was giving her a little less not knowing my dose's I only give them to her now as needed which is not much but I am giving her zesty paws aller treats which have hemp seed oil in them .I found a lot of your allergy medicine has a lot of good stuff in them fish oils omega 3 etc. My vet told me to have patience and be persistent on the fish oils and omega 3 pets smart has a lot of products that have all that in one wishing you and your dog the best

[@jasloveskelly]

This is a long shot considering the post is a year old. I just ordered the CBD treats for my dog, blue tick coonhound. She is 5 months old and has started limping as of last week. The vet said possibly surgery but I’m trying other options. She’s going to a chiropractor and starting acupuncture. And she’s on trazodone right now because she wants to play.

[@mrz6480]

@@jasloveskelly I think it is 5mg of CBD for every 10 pounds. I also was giving her different allergy medications for dogs because most of that stuff has the Omaha 3 stuff and salmon oil etc. was all recommended. My dog is doing really good now. I haven't been giving her CBD but I make sure she gets cosequin salmon oils omega 3s. I only wish that stuff would help me.. Dogs from what I understand absorb that stuff easier then humans. Good luck wishing you the best.

[@jasloveskelly]

@@mrz6480 thank you so much!

[@carmenberry3172]

Do you offer physical therapy for dogs post op in Miami? Moving to the area soon

[@aannalese]

I don't think my dog can feel his left side very well. Is there still hope for him?

[@seidonpumba]

We used Native pet inflammatory supplements it worked for are shitzu.

[@kingnate4382]

My dog can't feel or walk on her back legs

[@zeekwolfe6251]

My dog suffered a slipped disc which...I guess...developed into intervertebral disc disease, this after about 6 months. I had no choice, surgery would cost about three house payments with no guarantees. I had to put her to sleep, with much sobbing in the family.

[@rosshempsall1985]

With surgery that cpsys £10,000.what a choice for loving owners

[@ih8momjokes1]

when u consider the life expenctancy of a dog, if does not make any sense to pay outrageous sums of money when considering their quality of life post surgery is often below average and always involves complications. the vetenary business is digusting.

[@hmldjr]

Exactly! Most surgery to dogs is outrageously over priced.

[@rachelsayner7477]

just paid £10.000

[@bettygeorge8251]

My mini Daxie 12 yrs old fit and well until she suddenly collapsed behind four days ago. She presented with pain and wobbling and fall down behind. She is able to stand and walk before falling. She has feeling in both back toes. An X-ray showed an indication of a disk problem between the thoracic and lumber region. She is crated and on Metacam. She shows no sign of pain. MRI and surgery are not possible for us. Can you please advise on how we manage her toilet procedure? Her urination and bowel movements are normal and not affected by her injury - but how do I support her. At this time I am letting her wobble and squat and then immediately pick her up, but I fear this breaks the strict crate regime. Is this ok and what do you think are her chances of full recovery? I will be grateful for any advice you may offer.

[@xlelouch]

Hi how is your Daxie doping right now? Did she recover?

[@bryanramos3873]

Hello dr my frenchie is about 15 months and this morning I noticed some diarrhea Also she looked sick and tired after about an hour I noticed she was having trouble standing or getting up also walking I can tell she puts more weight on on side of her legs any advice on what to do I have her resting

[@SEVNeurology]

Best to see a vet if she’s having trouble walking. Hopefully not a neurological problem. Best to have her checked if you’re concerned.

[@aday1637]

What about the overall quality of life for the dog? No mention of that here. Not a complete synopsis of the whole situation. Therefore I discount this information.

[@mikewong2171]

95% chance of full recovery. When we say full recovery, we mean "excellent quality of life, happy, pain-free and walking".

[@Teenywing]

You sound like a total dick. Have a crappy day.

[@welovedogs6835]

You are 100% correct we have an awesome vet and our poor baby was perfectly fine one day and the next day she ended up with stage fiveIVDD we made the heartbreaking decision immediately to let her go because you loved her so much we didn’t want her to suffer and our vet supported this decision 100% even if she had been at a lower stage because he said the surgery is not only expensive but basically 40% success rate and the recovery is Horrific and it gives them a poor quality of life and it’s no guarantee It won’t happen again along with a bunch of other potential issues so you are 100% correct Even our vet who is wonderful and extremely knowledgeable said it’s really shameful some of the things that go on in veterinary medicine in terms of these extremely expensive procedures when they don’t even have a high success rate and who would want to see their dogs suffer such a poor quality of life. No one! ♥️🐾

[@Entertainm897]

Surgery 1:30

[@Giveitallyougot]

Our peekapoo just got diagnosed with this last night at the E.R she hasn't had an MRI just x rays and we are so scared for her right now they gave her pain meds and some muscle relaxers all we know to do is keep her crated. She had been shivering on and off wed and Thurs and last night Friday we took her to the E.R and she's been wobbling in the rear when she walks now. I just want to cry

[@tctc1500]

How is your dog? Did she ever get better?

[@Giveitallyougot]

@@tctc1500 she is doing better thanks! She had the surgery and is now walking not perfect but she is getting better everyday whew it got really tough for her.

[@tctc1500]

@@Giveitallyougot Thank you so much for replying!!! I hope your baby gets better and better!

[@tctc1500]

Can you tell me how it started? Was it her neck or her lower spine that was affected first? My baby is having a hard time with moving her neck right now.

[@Giveitallyougot]

@@tctc1500 in the middle of her back. But she got to where she couldn't stop shivering and then she couldn't walk or stand on her back legs all within about 3 days. She is getting better everyday how is yours doing have you taken her to a vet?

[@cachanilla3839]

Please, some one help or 3 year old frenchie. He had ivdd and want to help him get better. Please

[@SEVNeurology]

Hello. We are so sorry to hear your pet is going through this. Unfortunately, in order to give clinical advice, our Neurologist would need to evaluate a pet through a consultation. At that time, treatment options and recovery could be discussed. We are here for you if you need us. To find a location near you visit us online at sevneurology.com. You can also find more information about IVDD on our website at sevneurology.com/blog/category/ivdd/

[@mrz6480]

I noticed a big difference in my dog after giving her CBD 4 days after I started dosing her