How to Watch a Dog for Stiff or Limp Movements
Look for a limp gait.. Check for skeletal problems.. Notice any reluctance to do activities.
Steps
1
Look for a limp gait.
Look for a limp gait.
2
Check for skeletal problems.
Check for skeletal problems.
3
Notice any reluctance to do activities.
Notice any reluctance to do activities.
4
Watch for stiffness when your dog is getting up.
Watch for stiffness when your dog is getting up.
5
Notice a stiff neck.
Notice a stiff neck.
6
Notice any aggressive body language.
Notice any aggressive body language.
7
Think about your dog's age.
Think about your dog's age.
8
Determine if there is an immediate reason for the mobility problems.
Determine if there is an immediate reason for the mobility problems.
9
Consider the dog's breed.
Consider the dog's breed.
10
Take your dog to the vet.
Take your dog to the vet.
11
Determine the cause of the lameness.
Determine the cause of the lameness.
12
Get your dog tested.
Get your dog tested.
13
Treat the underlying cause.
Treat the underlying cause.
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