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Originally Posted by Maximo  Oh no, poor Max. Shaking and tail tucking are definite signs that something is wrong, and that he is in discomfort/pain. Could be so many things, something simple like anal glands, or more serious. When my Max started behaving differently, it was because he had a corneal ulcer.
Is he pooping okay and on a normal schedule? Scooting on the floor? Is he sensitive to touch anywhere on his body? Walking okay? Anything unusual with his eyes -- squinting, blinking too much, tearing, or sensitivity to bright light?
I hope you find the answer quickly. If it continues, a vet visit is the only way to go. Can you look into Care Credit to spread out the payments if necessary? |
This happened to Joey as well, eventually he wouldn't eat, and that's when we knew something was wrong, but corneal ulcers are very painful and not always very obvious, they can lead to blindness if not treated. We had to take Joey to the emergency room, so I advise you to get your dog to the vet today, it will be much cheaper. It's so easy to treat with the right medication, but this isn't something you can buy over the counter. They get a corneal ulceration, just by doing something simple, like rubbing their face on the carpet. Dogs are genetically programed to hide pain. Showing any type of pain makes them vulnerable to attack from predators, so it’s up to you to pick up on these changes of behavior. Remember, it’s much cheaper to treat something if caught early. I’m sorry, your financial situation is bad, but if you can’t give him the proper care or borrow from family, it’s time to think about rehoming him.