Monica P. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My 10-year-old Mini Schnauzer, Peggy, has been avoiding putting pressure on one of her hind legs for 3 weeks. She mainly hops on three limbs unless she sees another dog, in which case she runs and jumps around normally for a few seconds. She is eating a little less and can move around easily on three legs, including up and down stairs. The vet couldn't find anything obvious during the last visit and suggested an X-ray as the next step. What could be causing this issue and what should I do next?

June 17th, 2024

Lucas H. answered

The issue with Peggy's hind leg could be due to several reasons, including arthritis, a knee issue l...

June 17th, 2024

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