Brenda H. asked
Our 10-year-old pointer is being treated for Addison's disease and is doing well. He suddenly can't put his right paw on the floor, holding his leg up and limping on the others. He jumped off the bed several weeks ago and slid across the wood floor. We took him to the vet who x-rayed all 4 legs, hips, and found some arthritis in the wrist of the paw he is limping on. He was given a shot of Adequan instead of pills due to his Addison's medication. We find it hard to believe the arthritis is suddenly causing this as our Shepherd has arthritis in all 4 legs and is running around at 9 years old. Any suggestions?
January 26th, 2023
Angela F. answered
The sudden inability to put the paw on the floor could be due to arthritis, but it might also indica...
January 26th, 2023
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