Should you do it and when is the best time? This is an important topic to consider, especially when it comes down to the long-term joint health of your dog and particularly with respect to IVDD in Dachshunds. Before we begin, please understand that the age a dog is...
Since IVDD is a disease with a strong genetic component it is difficult to prevent. Dogs at increased risk of IVDD are chondrodystrophic dogs and dogs with a known family history of the disease. It is important for dogs at risk to maintain healthy body weight and be...
A topic that is often asked is “Will my dog have another IVDD episode even after surgery or having successfully recovered from conservative treatment? The rational answer is “Once a diseased spine, always a diseased spine” But let’s break it down and quote some...
There is no single “magic cure” for IVDD however, whether being treated conservatively or surgically, the importance of rehabilitation has proven to be paramount in a Dachshund’s rehabilitation and future wellbeing following an IVDD event. A qualified physiotherapist...
Known for their long body & short legs, their unusual proportions can make them tricky to handle. This means that extra care must be taken to support the dog’s back as you pick it up, hold it, and set it back down. Do’sPlace one hand under the chest &...
