Intervertebral disc disease causes a spinal disc(s) to rupture or become herniated. Basset Hounds are prone to this disease due to their very long back. The exact cause of the disc degeneration is not always known but may be caused by age or trauma from an injury.
Signs
Immediate veterinary care is necessary if you notice one or more of the following signs:
Immediate veterinary care is necessary if you notice one or more of the following signs:
- Back pain, arched back.
- Unwilling to turn or lower the head even to get a drink.
- Yelping when handled, petted or lifted.
- Reluctance to climb stairs.
- Walking slowly and carefully.
- Inability to walk or paralysis.
Prevention
To prevent injury to the back, discourage your Basset Hound from jumping on or off the furniture. Additionally, do not let your Basset Hound become overweight because extra weight increases stress to the spine and increases the probability of this common Basset Hound disease.
To prevent injury to the back, discourage your Basset Hound from jumping on or off the furniture. Additionally, do not let your Basset Hound become overweight because extra weight increases stress to the spine and increases the probability of this common Basset Hound disease.
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