My senior Corgi's back legs are weak and sliding. Is it neurological?

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our 12 almost 13 year old welsh corgis has developed a problem with her back legs since Dec. 2016. When she stands her back legs slide out from beneath her, the Vet says it is neurological. We are giving her Rimadly 25 mg and Cosquin DS plus MSM. Sometimes she barks like something is bothering her rear side? No xrays from Vet. Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Female | spayed | 30 lbs

Lauren Barry, BVSc, MRCVS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello! There are a few issues that can cause slipping and sliding of the rear legs in Corgis. Musculoskeletal and neurological are the main causes. Your vet may have determined that Lily/ Augie Rose has some reflex or neurological deficits which may be why they believe it's more likely a neurological issue. Xrays can help determine if there is a musculoskeletal issue, and sometimes you can see mineralization in the spinal disk spaces. Chat with your vet about what else you can do to help her mobility. Sometimes dog "shoes" that allow better grip can help as well.

My senior Corgi's back legs are weak and sliding. Is it neurological?

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