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My 8-month dog started wobbling a month ago, got worse, now cannot stand, limbs stiff, urinates lying down; after I bought medicine and helped it walk, it can now walk but still wobbles
Wobbling, inability to stand, and not using the paw pads may be from nervous-system problems, neuritis, bone issues, or vitamin deficiency. Take the dog to a vet at once for a full exam including neuro and bone assessment, and possibly blood tests, X-ray, or MRI. Treatment may include medication, acupuncture, or physical therapy.
What happens if I overuse flea and tick spray on my dog?
Overuse can poison—the drug spreads via sebaceous glands into the blood, possibly damaging liver/kidneys or causing nerve signs. Follow label doses; if vomiting, fever, foaming, seizures, see a vet.
After shaving my dog on Monday I noticed this—did the shave cut the skin or is it illness?
Lost skin from a bad shave can expose tissue and cause infection, possibly damaging follicles so hair won't regrow. Disinfect and medicate the wound; use an e-collar if it licks.
Do Dogs Get Bored?
When owners leave for work, dogs left alone for hours surely get bored. Don't assume toys are enough—dogs need attention and companionship. Our team describes signs of boredom so you can play with and engage your dog to prevent depression.
Does Your Dog Have ‘Athlete’s Foot’? It May Be Interdigital Dermatitis!
If your dog's toes are red, licking paws often, and smell strong, watch out—it may be interdigital dermatitis. Many owners don't know it. Our team explains its cause, signs, and treatment.
Why Is Your Dog’s Nose Turning from Black to Pink?
A dog's nose usually turns pink from aging or temperature, but it can also signal disease. Causes range from genetics and vitiligo to dermatitis or abrasion. Improve it with vitamins, safe sun exposure, and seaweed powder—and see a vet if white patches or sores appear.
What to Do When Your Dog Is Injured
For minor scrapes and cuts, clean the wound with warm water and disinfect with iodine or alcohol; for heavy bleeding, stop the bleeding first, then disinfect, and for severe wounds go to a vet for stitches. Keep the wound dry and covered, and monitor daily for redness or pus.
My two-month-old dog ate some pork from my pork patty on a walk, played, then vomited it, and later her face swelled and one ear drooped-what happened?
Vomiting then facial swelling after eating a pork patty may be food allergy or poisoning from additives/seasonings. Severe ongoing symptoms need a vet to confirm allergy and give desensitization shots and fluids; otherwise anaphylaxis is possible. The vet will examine and treat.
My dog suddenly screams for no reason and an X-ray showed an extra lumbar vertebra—what’s wrong?
Dogs normally have seven lumbar vertebrae; an apparent extra one may be X-ray overlap or blur, so a vet needs clear DR images to count. Unexplained screaming suggests pain from arthritis, disc herniation, or neuritis needing CT/MRI.
Dog is very thin with prominent ribs, severe hair loss at tail base and hind legs, dark skin patches, hard to stand on hind legs, old age; is it skin disease or parasites, what medicine?
Severe hair loss and dark patches may be skin disease, but thinness and weak hind legs in an old dog suggest other issues too. A full exam is needed to diagnose and treat.