My senior dog has weak legs & collapses. What helps with DM?

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My dog is 14, he is showing signs of degenerative malopathy. I just need some answers. He has been collapsing and acting very disoriented and very weak legs. His back legs are crossing and his front legs bow outwards. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 15 years and 6 months old | 80 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

There are no treatments that have been clearly shown to stop or slow progression of degenerative myelopathy (DM). Although there are a number of approaches that have been tried or recommended on the internet, no scientific evidence exists that they work. The outlook for a dog with DM is still grave. The quality of life of an affected dog can be improved by measures such as good nursing care, physical rehabilitation, pressure sore prevention, monitoring for urinary infections, and ways to increase mobility through use of harnesses and carts. What specifically are you wanting answered? Please post again and be as specific as possible so we can better help you.

My senior dog has weak legs & collapses. What helps with DM?

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