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Why is my dog losing balance and falling when peeing? Knee issue?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | 4 years and 1 month old

Trick has been loosing balance when peeing if he stands on his left hind and cocking the right hind he was seen by a chiropractor and she said his knee was jammed which caused pain when standing on it and could be causing the falls what could he have done to cause this to happen

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 7th, 2018

It could be that Trick has a luxating patella, which is when the knee cap comes out of its correct anatomical position. I would have him seen by a vet for this problem, as they would be the only person to be able to diagnose the problem and treat him correctly. Give his vet a call today or tomorrow to make an appointment. Best of luck.

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