My dog yelped, can't walk, and won't eat. Is it a spinal issue?

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My 8 year old fox terrier yelped in pain and now does not want to walk on his back legs and seems to be truing to get comphy... i pick him up and he yelps and shivers i rubbed and he gets tense right above his tail and his tail tummy and leg... what could it be? Hes not eating or drinking either

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This sounds like a neurological problem affecting the spinal cord. Intervertebral disc extrusion and spinal cord infarct are most likely at this stage given initial pain and clinical signs. An immediate check up is needed ti confirm this suspicion and investigate and treat appropriately. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

My dog yelped, can't walk, and won't eat. Is it a spinal issue?

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