Peggy S. asked

🐕  Dog Health

My brother's 7-year-old spayed female Chihuahua is unable to use the legs on her right side without pain. The vet suspects a spinal issue between the base of the neck and shoulder blades and has prescribed steroids. Could this be Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVD) despite the lack of pain, and what are the next steps if the steroids do not help?

December 4th, 2023

Beth O. answered

The inability to use the legs on one side without pain is typically indicative of a disk herniation ...

December 4th, 2023

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