I am second handedly familiar with this as many of my customers have larger breed dogs that have degenerative myelopathy. It is most commonly associated in German Shepherds although it does rarely occur in smaller breeds. From what I have heard, it is not painful for the dog, and the dog does not even realize that he is struggling. It's more painful for the owners of the dogs. I believe it looks much worse to you than it really is. Your dog is not hurting at all.
I'm happy to donate a set of shoes that will help your Kobi to walk a little bit better on the back legs if he is indeed dragging his legs and scraping against the floor. These shoes also can help keep his ankles and paws straight to avoid any type of curvitures or crossing when walking, or even help him to get up off the floor if that has become a problem.
I'm hoping he can get some relief. I'm so sorry you are going through this. |