Help! my standard size dachshund and his back legs..

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mooncat

Discussion Starter · Feb 10, 2021

dachshund came inside from cold and had problems with his back legs...he walks fine once warmed up and only happens when he is outside to potty in =11 degree weather (yea our winter hit us). he warms up and he is fine but it did happen a couple times and scares me,

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DaySleepers

· #2 · Feb 10, 2021

This warrants a vet visit. I'd record a video of the problems if they happen again so the vet can use the video in their examination and diagnosis. I'd consider this fairly urgent because he's a breed prone to spinal issues, which can impact leg function.

Unfortunately no one here can give you anything more specific, and it's against rules to guess at a diagnosis or advise any treatment for an issue that hasn't been seen by a vet. This is to protect you and your dog, because even well-meaning medical advice can be very dangerous in the wrong situations. I wish you luck, please let us know what the vet says!

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mooncat

Discussion Starter · #3 · Feb 10, 2021

DaySleepers said:
This warrants a vet visit. I'd record a video of the problems if they happen again so the vet can use the video in their examination and diagnosis. I'd consider this fairly urgent because he's a breed prone to spinal issues, which can impact leg function.

Unfortunately no one here can give you anything more specific, and it's against rules to guess at a diagnosis or advise any treatment for an issue that hasn't been seen by a vet. This is to protect you and your dog, because even well-meaning medical advice can be very dangerous in the wrong situations. I wish you luck, please let us know what the vet says!

thank you, calling vet when they open.