My hamster's back legs are limp. Is it a spine injury or treatable?

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My hamster was running in her wheel all night and seemed to be vigorous and healthy. He (I think) even carried bedding and food up to his wheel and made a bed. This afternoon I went to take him out for a bit but he didn't move when I opened the cage and when I picked him up I realized his back legs were totally limp. I know she should go to a vet right away but I have no money for a 2 weeks. Could he have an injured spine even though he was running around or could it be something more treatable? Pet's info: Other | Unknown - Other | Male | unneutered

Jacqueline Nobles, DVM, DACVECC · Accepted Answer

Spinal injury is possible especially if Nefarix cannot move his hindlimbs. Hopefully, he is experiencing weakness and not paralysis. Take the wheel out of his cage so he can rest. Monitor his ability to urinate and defecate. If he cannot urinate or defecate, you must get him to a veterinarian as soon as possible.

My hamster's back legs are limp. Is it a spine injury or treatable?

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