Why is my Boxer suddenly limping on front leg and won't shake head?

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Female boxer, 7 yrs old. Developed a sudden front limp and reluctant to shake head. Been 2 weeks, every day severity is different from light to moderate. No other symptoms present, cannot feel lumps, dislocate, tender area. Starting to worry. Some days pretty mild to next day moderate limp in morning to light limp by evening. Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed | 55 lbs

Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH · Accepted Answer

I'm so sorry that you are dealing with this with Angel. One possibility for what you are describing is a bulging disc in the neck. If it occurs in the lower part of the neck, it can affect the nerves going to the front leg and cause lameness. I would recommend having your vet evaluate her and see if they can find any neck pain. If they do, they will be able to give her appropriate medications to make her feel better. In the meantime, I would recommend keeping her quiet, so she doesn't flare it up any more. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Why is my Boxer suddenly limping on front leg and won't shake head?

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