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Ellie May · 11-27-2011, 04:34 PM

Lifting for a few seconds isn't a huge deal, esp. if they have LP. That's just one of the symptoms. If it continues or doesn't go away, there are other things that need to be ruled out.

lovespandp · 11-27-2011, 06:42 PM

Like what? I knw I'm not a vet but its the same limp he does when his knee acts up. I know its colder and due to that his lp is worse. I ordered him the Cosequin again- he was on that about 2 yrs ago and it really helped his LP, he only lifted 90% of the time!

Ellie May · 11-28-2011, 06:19 AM

How many times a week was he lifting if before the other day?

It's still most likely LP if he's lifting it the same, just more often. But sudden onset of them doing it all the time - fractures, toe issues, nail issues, paw issues, pulled muscles, and CCL tear need to be ruled in/out. Pups with LP are at higher risk of tearing their cruciate ligament. If he is limping pretty consistently now and wasn't before he tripped, that's something a vet needs to feel for. And depending on what the problem is, he may benefit from pain meds.

ladyjane · 11-28-2011, 06:53 AM

If he is having increased difficulty with it, he should be seen. Often the vets will prescribe and anti inflammatory like Metacam or Rimadyl for a couple of weeks.

11-27-2011, 04:34 PM	#16
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Lifting for a few seconds isn't a huge deal, esp. if they have LP. That's just one of the symptoms. If it continues or doesn't go away, there are other things that need to be ruled out. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

11-27-2011, 06:42 PM	#17
lovespandp ♥Momma's Bambino♥ Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Ca Posts: 10,026	Like what? I knw I'm not a vet but its the same limp he does when his knee acts up. I know its colder and due to that his lp is worse. I ordered him the Cosequin again- he was on that about 2 yrs ago and it really helped his LP, he only lifted 90% of the time! __________________ "People with nothing to hide don't usually feel the need to say so."

11-28-2011, 06:19 AM	#18
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	How many times a week was he lifting if before the other day? It's still most likely LP if he's lifting it the same, just more often. But sudden onset of them doing it all the time - fractures, toe issues, nail issues, paw issues, pulled muscles, and CCL tear need to be ruled in/out. Pups with LP are at higher risk of tearing their cruciate ligament. If he is limping pretty consistently now and wasn't before he tripped, that's something a vet needs to feel for. And depending on what the problem is, he may benefit from pain meds. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

11-28-2011, 06:53 AM	#19
ladyjane Resident Yorkie Nut Donating YT 20K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 27,490	If he is having increased difficulty with it, he should be seen. Often the vets will prescribe and anti inflammatory like Metacam or Rimadyl for a couple of weeks. __________________ CLOUD NINE BEDS--YORKIE HAVEN RESCUE MY ETSY SHOP