Dogs with IVDD face a particular risk whenever they undergo anesthesia for procedures like dental work, x-rays, or scans. Since a diseased spine remains so, it’s crucial for your vet to take necessary precautions whenever your dog is anesthetised. When a dog is...
Surgery or Conservative Treatment: Which Path is Right for Your Dachshund? When faced with the challenge of Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in dachshunds, choosing between surgery and conservative treatment is a significant decision. At Dachshund IVDD Support...
Did you know that the intervertebral discs sit between the vertebrae (bones) and act as shock absorbers? The vertebral spine is made up of 7 vertebrae in the cervical neck region, 13 in the middle thoracic section and another 7 in the lower lumbar back region. In...
Thankfully, veterinary medicine has come a long way, and IVDD is no longer a death sentence for affected dogs. With the utmost respect to our amazing Veterinary professionals, signs and symptoms of IVDD can also be indicative of a number of other conditions. A...
It’s not uncommon for Dachshunds to become very weak or paralysed following an IVDD episode. Some may not be able to move their legs at all and others may be able to move their hind legs but unable to take proper steps (drunk walking) Without any assistance, these...
