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Sent to Pet Experts January 16 07:52 AM

i have a boxer and she is 8 yrs old and walks like she has hip dysplacia but was told she doesnt at the same time sometimes she will shake constantly what could be causing her to have lost strenght in her hind legs and why would she be shaking so much

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January 16 10:09 AM (32 minutes and 21 seconds later)
         
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Hello,

My guess is "arthritis" symptoms.

Ask your vet about getting her "complete" workup. If it is arthritis, you might consider mentioning her trying a Cartrophen program.

This involves getting injections of Cartrophen into the areas that present the most pain in her legs, etc,.

These are done every week for 3 - 4 weeks to enhance effectiveness and promote relief of pain. (then 1 every 3 motns following initial course) Prices range between: $15 to $30 per visit.

Axercise is vital, but don't overdo it until she starts walking better. Base the distance on the pain level she is displaying.Talk to the vet about proper dosages of Glucosamine and Chondroitin for her breed in particular, and see. You should use both ingredients for best results.

Also, you could get her a soft bed, preferably flat one, about 2 to 3 inches thick to assist in comfort at this very painful time. Some of these pads have warmers built in to add warmth to the joints, thus relieving some pain as well. These are just some things for you to consider,and to discuss with your vet. Also, ask if a change in diet would be of benefit.

I hope this has helped you some. Feel free to write again if anything further is needed. Take care, and I hope she is feeling better soon!

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January 17 12:35 AM (14 hours and 25 minutes and 58 seconds later)
         
Reply to Cheryl's Post: would arthritis cause them to loose all ablility to walk in there legs cuz as of this afternoon she is no longer able to walk
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January 18 3:13 AM (1 day and 2 hours later)
         
took her to the vet and they believe it is also the spine
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January 18 6:36 PM (15 hours and 22 minutes and 56 seconds later)
         
 I'm glad you made it to the vet!  Did they give you any options for treatment or advise further testing be done?

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January 18 7:15 PM (39 minutes and 14 seconds later)
         
  Good luck with your boxer baby!


Let me know if you have any other questions
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January 19 6:15 AM (10 hours and 59 minutes and 52 seconds later)
         
She had a swelling near the spine that trapped one of her nerves and they have her in the hospital giving her iv treatments to bring the swelling down to get the use of her hind legs back if that doesnt work we have to consider surgery.
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January 19 3:56 PM (9 hours and 41 minutes later)
         
  What type of IV treatments are they doing? Also, what surgery have they suggested?


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January 19 11:53 PM (7 hours and 56 minutes and 40 seconds later)
         
I believe they are giving here anti inflamitores treatments they said she needed the swelling to come down to release the nerve. She is doing a lot better she almost got up today and i was so happy to see that. They had just said that they if she didnt respond to the treatments they would have to remove some of the mass from near her spine. But so far we are hopeful that she is responding well. I know her she is a fighter and she is fighter extra hard because she wants to come home. Hopefully in the next few days she will be home. I miss her so much.
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January 20 12:21 AM (1 minute and 16 seconds later)
         
Thats wonderful news! I hope all goes well and she comes home where she belongs...and soon!

I will keep you in my prayers for a speedy return..

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January 21 3:05 AM (1 day and 2 hours later)
         
thank you everyone
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