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Symptoms of Heart Disease in Cats
A US study found 16% of seemingly healthy cats hide heart disease. Key warning signs: mouth-open breathing, strong chest/belly movement, sudden hind-leg paralysis from arterial clot, and fainting. Act fast at any of these.
My dog’s hind legs suddenly went limp, with no sensation when touched, and it lost bladder and bowel control; now it drags itself when walking. I can’t get home right now, please help!
Hind-leg paralysis with incontinence may stem from spinal or intracranial problems, needing CT or MRI and neurological exams. If a vet visit isn't immediately possible, give pet broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory and nerve-support medication temporarily.
Cat hind leg can’t walk; tail vertebra is sunken.
Hind-leg paralysis with sunken tail vertebra may be vertebral injury or nerve compression. Get DR/MRI/CT. If confirmed collapse/compression, surgery is best. Conservative: broad-spectrum anti-inflammatory, pain relief, joint nutrition, plus hot compress/acupuncture.
Why Is My Fancy Rat’s Hind Legs Paralyzed?
Hind-leg paralysis in a fancy rat can stem from an abnormality of the hind-limb nerves. Have it examined by a vet to confirm the cause and severity, then treat accordingly.
My Golden Retriever suddenly can’t stand on its hind legs. I sit it up but it can’t stay; front legs paddle for balance, then it falls at 90°. It’s alert, wants to get up, squeaks, still eats/drinks (with help), and can’t control bladder/bowels.
Sudden hind-leg paralysis may be from spinal injury/fracture, dislocation pressing nerves, spinal degeneration, hip dislocation, hind-leg fracture, or brain issues. Goldens are prone to hip dysplasia, which also causes limb weakness. See a vet promptly for diagnosis and treatment.
What symptoms appear when a dog has bone spurs?
Bone spurs usually bring lameness, difficulty standing, pain, weakness, and reduced activity, and in severe cases incontinence or hind-leg paralysis. Treatment may be conservative or surgical.
While trimming its nails I must have squeezed it hard – there was blood in its mouth, and then its hind legs stopped moving
If a guinea pig's hind legs stop moving, this is mainly considered to be caused by muscle injury or a skeletal problem. The owner can observe it for a while to see if it recovers on its own. If the hind-leg paralysis persists, take it to a veterinary hospital for an X-ray and other checks, and treat based on the findings. Simple muscle strain usually recovers with rest; fractures or other bone problems need prompt treatment. The blood in the mouth is unclear from your description - if it's an external wound, stop the bleeding; if it's internal, seek veterinary care.
My kitten was fine, but today its hind legs suddenly went paralyzed and it can’t walk—only the front legs move. What’s going on?
Sudden hind-leg paralysis is mainly from bone injury or nerve damage. Think back to any falls or trauma that could harm bone, muscle, or ligaments (X-ray can diagnose). Spinal or nerve damage can also cause it (CT needed). A physical exam alone isn't enough—see a vet promptly.
My hamster’s eyes were inflamed; I accidentally used an alcohol swab to clean them and now its hind legs won’t move.
Alcohol is irritating and shouldn't be used on a hamster's eyes. The paralyzed hind legs may be from other issues—spinal, nerve, or nutritional problems. See a vet to find the cause; spinal or nerve damage and nutrient deficiency can both cause hind-leg paralysis.
Hamster’s hind legs seem paralyzed
Hamster hind-leg paralysis can stem from injury, spine, nerves, or low vitamin D. A vet can pinpoint the cause.