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Why are my pitbull's back legs stiff and shaking? Home remedies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 80 lbs

is there any kind of home remedy I can do for my pitbull . hes really stiff in his back legs when he gets up after laying down for either a short period or long period of time . ive noticed that his back leg that he's laying on while sleeping shake sometimes. this just started .

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

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Published on August 15th, 2017

That is may be due to arthrosis/arthritis and should be ideally confirmed with a check up at your local veterinarian. Physiotherapy with passive range of motion movement is possibly the only thing you can do back home especially in the morning or after long period of sleep.This video will show you how to do it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9dcYVODa2RQ 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.

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    Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

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    It sounds like he has arthritis pain in his hind legs. This could be in his hips, lower spine and/or knees. The best thing you can do at home is to get him down to a lean weight. If he is 80lbs, then he's probably overweight and should be on a diet. Joint supplements like Cosequin can help, but are not expected to make a big difference. The best thing you can do is take him to the vet. They can properly evaluate him and put him on medication that will make him feel much better. They can also further advise on diet. I hope that helps and d.o.g feels better.

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    Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

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    It sounds like he has arthritis pain in his hind legs. This could be in his hips, lower spine and/or knees. The best thing you can do at home is to get him down to a lean weight. If he is 80lbs, then he's probably overweight and should be on a diet. Joint supplements like Cosequin can help, but are not expected to make a big difference. The best thing you can do is take him to the vet. They can properly evaluate him and put him on medication that will make him feel much better. They can also further advise on diet. I hope that helps and d.o.g feels better.

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