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She lost her right front leg due to abuse/neglect at about 2 months old. Since then, she has been a happy-go-lucky, hyper pup. Recently, she has been really lazy, sleeping, not wanting to get up, and falling face forwards a lot. I'm thinking it is pain. Has anyone else had this happen? She's still pretty young. She's just been acting very sluggish and almost depressed. Any advise??
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I'm sorry to hear about your pup. What's her name? And what kind of breed is she?
This does sound like pain, and it's really best to have her evaluated by a certified rehab vet. Has she seen one? If you'd like we can help you find one. The reason we recommend a rehab vet is because they have a lot more knowledge about the physical needs/challenges of a Tripawd than your average general practice vet. If you go, the Tripawds Foundation will even pay for your first consult! Be sure to check out these posts about rehab therapy and Tripawds.
In general, when a Tripawd poops out like this, it's because they're not in the best shape, overweight, or getting too much of the wrong types of activity. Front leg Tripawds are especially in need of certain types of activities that can help preserve their joints and stay strong. Have you seen our e-book, Loving Life On Three Legs ? It talks all about staying fit and strong on 3.
Until you get her to a vet, tell us, what's her daily routine like? Are there other dogs in the house? How much and what kind exercise does she get? Maybe we can help pinpoint things to ease your mind. In the meantime, try gentle massage to see what she responds to. Here are some posts that describe how.
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Looking forward to hearing more aboht your pup. Jerry's spot on with her questions.
Amputation at such an early age can certainly play havoc on fne remaining legs as she grows. It may indeed be related to do much activity too early on.
So glad you adopted her! It's wonderful that you've given her a loving home.
How large is she and approximately how old now? She may even be having growth plate issues, maybe improperly formed joi ts, etc. All thi g as Rehab Specialist can identify. If you can't find a Rehab Vet, yoir regular Bet can certainly help. It does souw like she needs to be on pain meds right now and just doing potty breaks only. Of coirse, I'm no vet.
Looking forward to yiur next post.
Hugs!
Sally and Alumni Happy Hannah and Merry Myrtle and Frankie too
Happy Hannah had a glorious additional bonus time of over one yr & two months after amp for osteo! She made me laugh everyday! Joined April's Angels after send off meal of steak, ice cream, M&Ms & deer poop!
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