{"id":17616,"date":"2022-03-25T10:59:58","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T10:59:58","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T10:59:58","slug":"why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/","title":{"rendered":"Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up on his back legs?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_cant_my_dog_stand_up_on_his_back_legs\" title=\"Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up on his back legs?\">Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up on his back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_cant_walk_on_his_back_legs\" title=\"What do I do if my dog can&#8217;t walk on his back legs?\">What do I do if my dog can&#8217;t walk on his back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_weak_back_legs\" title=\"What can I give my dog for weak back legs?\">What can I give my dog for weak back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_wont_my_dog_stand_on_his_back_legs\" title=\"Why wont my dog stand on his back legs?\">Why wont my dog stand on his back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_causes_a_dog_not_to_be_able_to_stand_up\" title=\"What causes a dog not to be able to stand up?\">What causes a dog not to be able to stand up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_is_my_dog_having_trouble_walking_with_his_back_legs\" title=\"Why is my dog having trouble walking with his back legs?\">Why is my dog having trouble walking with his back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#How_can_I_help_my_dogs_back_legs\" title=\"How can I help my dogs back legs?\">How can I help my dogs back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_causes_sudden_hind_leg_weakness_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?\">What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_hind_leg_paralysis\" title=\"How can I help my dog with hind leg paralysis?\">How can I help my dog with hind leg paralysis?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_weak_back_legs\" title=\"How can I help my dog with weak back legs?\">How can I help my dog with weak back legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_causes_back_leg_weakness_in_dogs\" title=\"What causes back leg weakness in dogs?\">What causes back leg weakness in dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_cant_my_dog_stand_on_his_back_leg\" title=\"Why cant my dog stand on his back leg?\">Why cant my dog stand on his back leg?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_cant_my_dog_stand_up_all_of_a_sudden\" title=\"Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up all of a sudden?\">Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up all of a sudden?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_causes_a_dog_to_suddenly_not_be_able_to_walk\" title=\"What causes a dog to suddenly not be able to walk?\">What causes a dog to suddenly not be able to walk?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#Why_is_my_dog_suddenly_having_trouble_walking\" title=\"Why is my dog suddenly having trouble walking?\">Why is my dog suddenly having trouble walking?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-cant-my-dog-stand-up-on-his-back-legs\/#What_would_cause_a_dog_to_lose_control_of_his_back_legs\" title=\"What would cause a dog to lose control of his back legs?\">What would cause a dog to lose control of his back legs?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cant_my_dog_stand_up_on_his_back_legs\"><\/span>Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up on his back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Degenerative myelopathy occurs when your pet&#8217;s nerve sheath degenerates. When this sheath breaks down, your dog&#8217;s nerves will fail to work properly. Your pet could have degenerative myelopathy if they&#8217;re experiencing any of the following: Quivering hind legs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_do_I_do_if_my_dog_cant_walk_on_his_back_legs\"><\/span>What do I do if my dog can&#8217;t walk on his back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Treatment of Back Leg Weakness in Dogs <b>Surgery might be recommended for many conditions, but for others such as degenerative myelopathy, intervertebral disc disease, Wobbler&#8217;s syndrome, cancer, or Cushing&#8217;s disease, medical management may be preferred. Wobbler syndrome can also be managed with anti-inflammatory drugs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_give_my_dog_for_weak_back_legs\"><\/span>What can I give my dog for weak back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Ortho Dog offers <b>orthopedic braces to provide additional support for older dogs that may be experiencing collapsing in their hind legs. Ortho Dog&#8217;s Hip Hound Brace was designed specifically to help dogs with arthritis and hip dysplasia by providing support and stability that minimizes pressure on joints.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_wont_my_dog_stand_on_his_back_legs\"><\/span>Why wont my dog stand on his back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Possible causes are: <b>Degenerative Myelopathy, meningomyelitis, diskospondylitis, hemivertebra, neoplasms (tumors), cysts, fibrocartilaginous embolism (secondary to fractures), aortic tromboembolism, hyperadrenocorticism or Cushing Syndrome, as you can see the causes are diverse and some of them quite serious, so it&#8217;s <\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_dog_not_to_be_able_to_stand_up\"><\/span>What causes a dog not to be able to stand up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, a disturbance of balance can happen to any dog, and causes vary from more common issues like <b>ear infections, inner ear tumors, and hypothyroidism to much more serious conditions like brainstem tumors, strokes, and brain inflammation. Therefore, a professional diagnosis is critical if your dog can&#8217;t stand up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_having_trouble_walking_with_his_back_legs\"><\/span>Why is my dog having trouble walking with his back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Degenerative myelopathy occurs when your pet&#8217;s nerve sheath degenerates. When this sheath breaks down, your dog&#8217;s nerves will fail to work properly. Your pet could have degenerative myelopathy if they&#8217;re experiencing any of the following: Quivering hind legs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dogs_back_legs\"><\/span>How can I help my dogs back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Take short walks with your pup, keeping the pace slow and relaxed, to help slowly rebuild muscle. Swimming is another low-impact activity that&#8217;s especially helpful for weak hind legs. Water supports your dog&#8217;s weight, allowing him to move more freely than he can on dry land.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_sudden_hind_leg_weakness_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes sudden hind leg weakness in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The main orthopedic cause of hind-limb weakness in dogs is <b>chronic joint inflammation\/pain (osteoarthritis, degenerative joint disease). While the arthritis itself is obviously painful, it is frequently accompanied by muscle aches and pains, called compensatory pain.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_hind_leg_paralysis\"><\/span>How can I help my dog with hind leg paralysis?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Applying heat, performing massage, and stretching tendons should be done as directed by your veterinarian to keep muscles, tendons, and joints of a paralyzed leg healthy while the nerve is regenerating. A light, but not tight, bandage may prevent damage to the foot from dragging.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_help_my_dog_with_weak_back_legs\"><\/span>How can I help my dog with weak back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Walking is a great way to strengthen your dog&#8217;s back legs. If you&#8217;re walking your pet, keep it slow and short. After all, a long walk could end up doing more harm than good. You could take your dog for a swim or try stretching your pet&#8217;s hind legs for more strength.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_back_leg_weakness_in_dogs\"><\/span>What causes back leg weakness in dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Causes of Back Leg Weakness in Dogs <b>Degenerative myelopathy. Injury. Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy. Intervertebral disc disease.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cant_my_dog_stand_on_his_back_leg\"><\/span>Why cant my dog stand on his back leg?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Broken bones, fractures, sprains, dislocations, ligament tears, joint trauma, and spinal injuries can all cause moderate to severe limping, and in some cases the dog may not be able to put weight on the affected leg at all.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cant_my_dog_stand_up_all_of_a_sudden\"><\/span>Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up all of a sudden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>However, a disturbance of balance can happen to any dog, and causes vary from more common issues like <b>ear infections, inner ear tumors, and hypothyroidism to much more serious conditions like brainstem tumors, strokes, and brain inflammation. Therefore, a professional diagnosis is critical if your dog can&#8217;t stand up.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_causes_a_dog_to_suddenly_not_be_able_to_walk\"><\/span>What causes a dog to suddenly not be able to walk?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Paralysis in dogs is usually caused by <b>a problem in the spine or brain. Spinal compression, herniated discs, and nerve problems can all disrupt the communication between a dog&#8217;s spine and brain. When the nerves are unable to function normally, dogs will lose the ability to walk, stand, and control their legs.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_suddenly_having_trouble_walking\"><\/span>Why is my dog suddenly having trouble walking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Wobblers syndrome is a condition that causes a dog of any age to have an unsteady gait. It is the result of spinal cord compression caused by the narrowing of the vertebral canal, or by a ruptured disc in the neck.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_would_cause_a_dog_to_lose_control_of_his_back_legs\"><\/span>What would cause a dog to lose control of his back legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Degenerative myelopathy (also called Canine Degenerative Radiculomyelopathy or CDRM), is a disease that causes the nerves in the lower spine to stop working properly. It causes weakness, paralysis in the back legs, and incontinence (both urinary and faecal), all of which get worse over time.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why can&#8217;t my dog stand up on his back legs?What do I do if my dog can&#8217;t walk on his back legs?What can I give my dog for weak back legs?Why wont my dog stand on his back legs?What causes a dog not to be able to stand up?Why is my dog&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17616"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=17616"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/17616\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=17616"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=17616"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=17616"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}