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Why is my dog hunched and limping after rough play and a bath?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 4 lbs

Hello!My dogs a 4lb female Pomeranian, whos just over 1yr old. Today she was playing w/ another dog on a play date, & they were playing rough. Next she got a bath & ended up not having a fun time. She was squirmy & slipping around in the tub.When she got out she seemed hunched over & had minimal mobility in her back hind legs/paws. Shes still walking around & is very curious & alert but shes having a hard time putting pressure on those 2 legs & occasionally gets spams & falls over. please help.

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Answered By Dr. Leigh, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 12th, 2017

Poor Piper! She may have injured her back while playing and slipping in the tub. If she is still having a difficult time walking then she should be examined by a vet for treatment. She may need an anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxer, and/or pain medication.

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