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09-13-2005, 11:42 AM | #1 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| Advice For the past 2 days, when Rowdy gets up from his afternoon nap (about 2-3 hours long), his back legs seem to be weak. He doesn't seem to be in any pain when he walks and upon examination and movement of the back legs, he doesn't seem to have any pain. He seems weak though, like when he jumps up on the 8 inch step from the den to the living room - it's like he doesn't have enough "jump" power in his back legs. Also, the longer he is up and around, the better he moves and after about an hour, he is absolutely back to normal. It's almost like his legs go to sleep and it takes them a while to wake up. I noticed it yesterday after his nap and I was thinking that maybe he just slept wrong and his leg(s) were asleep or numb feeling. But then I noticed it again today, so I know something is amiss. I did not notice it this morning when he got up - but then I'm rushing around to go to work and maybe I just wasn't paying close enough attention. I'm definitely taking him to the vet, but I wondered if anyone had any experiences like this. |
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09-13-2005, 11:59 AM | #2 |
Puppy Luv Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Canada
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| You said Rowdy does not seem to be in any pain, I would take him to a vet to make sure that he is ok. Hugs to Rowdy. One of my friends dog had similar symtoms except her dog had pain as well and this is what it was. Panosteitis which is basically a kind of growing pains - Here is some info on it. Panosteitis: This disorder occurs when the normal process of bone degeneration and resorption fails to occur. As a result, there is an excess formation and thickening of bone. This condition most commonly affects the long bones of either the front (humerus) or hind (femur or tibia) limbs. Males have a higher risk than females for panosteitis. Age of onset: 4-18 months Cause: The inflammatory process responsible for panosteitis is poorly understood, however, overnutrition and rapid growth are factors widely accepted as playing roles in the development of this disorder. Symptoms: Panosteitis is characterized by a sudden onset of intermittent lameness that may last for a few days or several weeks with the possibility of recurrence throughout cycles of growth. The lameness may be mild to moderate, may shift from one limb to another, and is unaffected by rest or exercise. Applying pressure to the bone-shaft of the affected limb usually produces an evident pain response. Lethargy and loss of appetite may also occur. In dogs with frequent recurrence or persistence of symptoms, there may be muscle atrophy of the affected limb. Diagnosis: Radiographic evidence of panosteitis will be absent in early or mild cases of the disorder. In more advanced or moderate cases, areas of increased bone density within the shaft of the affected bone will be evident on x-ray. Treatment: Corticosteroids, buffered-aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatories may be used to reduce pain but have not otherwise been reported to noticeably influence the course or outcome of the disease. Prognosis: Panosteitis resolves itself and symptoms usually cease by the time the dog reaches 18-24 months of age. |
09-13-2005, 02:43 PM | #3 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| Thanks so much! In many ways, Rowdy fits the picture, except for the pain part. It definitely is transient. For example, it happened today after he had taken a 2 1/2 hour nap with my hubby. We noticed it for about 35 minutes, but we could also see that it was improving. Then we had to leave for about 2 hours for an appointment and Rowdy is free to roam the house (not penned or kenneled). When we returned a few minutes ago, he bounded out to meet us at the door - definitely NOT what he would have done when he awoke from his nap. There is no signs of weakness in any of his extremities, he is jumping and raring to go!!! At any rate, we will be seeing his vet as soon as possible. Thanks again for the information and if anyone else has any sage advice, I love to hear it too! |
09-13-2005, 02:50 PM | #4 |
YT Addict Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Northeast Georgia
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| How old is Rowdy? It could be Legg Calf Perthes.
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09-13-2005, 02:54 PM | #5 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| He is 6 months and 1/2 months old |
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09-13-2005, 03:57 PM | #7 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| Well, darnit, I called and Rowdy's vet is out of town till next week. We have another vet that we sometimes use, but I don't much like him. My mom uses an orthopedic surgeon vet for her daschaund who has back problems but you need a referral to see him. He knows us pretty well so my hubby is going to call tomorrow to see if he will check Rowdy over because we have to travel out of state (will be taking Rowdy with us) for a family funeral on Thursday. Of course, if he should get worse, we will take him to an emergency vet no matter where we are. But I'm not sure we will be able to see the ortho vet before we have to leave town and I really don't want to take him to the other vet, but we might. He's acting perfectly normal right now. I'll let you know what happens. |
09-14-2005, 04:05 AM | #8 |
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| My hubby is going to take him to the breeder's vet this morning. Rowdy has never been to her but the breeder thought she was very good. I'll let you all know, this evening, what she had to say about the weakness in his legs. |
09-14-2005, 09:55 AM | #9 |
Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Central Texas
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| Rowdy update: The vet who cares for Rowdy's breeder's dogs (six) said that there is no history of any health problems with those dogs so that is good news. Also, the orthopedic examination was negative. The vet mentioned that we should check him for liver shunt but that she did NOT think that was the problem. My husband did not have her do all the blood work today, but we will be having it done next week after we return from our out of state trip. The vet seemed pretty confident that this is not a major problem, so keep you fingers crossed for Rowdy. Thanks for your concern. |
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