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Sent to Pet Experts November 24, 2005 4:11 p.m.

I walked out of the room for one minute and I came back and my 7 year old bichon was standing with one leg up like he lost all feeling in his left leg.

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Age: 7; Male; Breed: bichon

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November 24, 2005 4:13 p.m. (1 minute and 35 seconds later)

Back? Front? Is it hanging limp?

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Sent November 24, 2005 4:17 p.m. (4 minutes and 8 seconds later)

yes

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Sent November 24, 2005 4:19 p.m. (2 minutes and 20 seconds later)

front leg and it is hanging limp

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November 24, 2005 4:24 p.m. (4 minutes and 45 seconds later)

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If it's hanging limp, there is usually one of two causes. He either suffered a trauma (jumping, running, being stepped on) or he has a back or spinal injury.

You need to go ahead and give your vet a call today if it hanging limp. This indicates that he has little or no feeling and this is very serious.

Most vets have an after hours service so go ahead and give them a call.

Let me know if you still have questions.

Tammy F. -- Pet Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 5064 Pet Accepts
15+ years-Pet care, Veterinary shelter medicine and infectious disease, Behavior training, Rescue

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