My husky mix can't stand or jump. What's causing her hind leg issues?

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I have a 3 year old husky mix. In the last couple of weeks she has been exhibiting difficulty when she tries to bring her hind legs to standing. She hasn’t had any injury that I know of. She isn’t playing and can’t jump onto a bed. She is eating and drinking. She doesn’t appear to be in pain when I press on her hips and spine. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 80 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Thelma Louise! She is a large breed dog, and they can be prone to tearing their cranial cruciate ligament in their knee. That can happen suddenly. It could also be she has a problem with her hips, as hip problems such as hip dysphasia is common in large breed dogs. Because this has been going on for a couple of weeks, it's time to see the vet. She is showing you she is in pain because she has trouble standing up and can't jump onto a bed. I would take her into a vet this weekend or first thing Monday. The vet can diagnose what is causing her pain, and can treat her for it. The vet can also prescribe pain medications. Please do not give her any human ones, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Best of luck, I hope this helps!

My husky mix can't stand or jump. What's causing her hind leg issues?

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