Why is my dog stretching out, walking funny on back legs, and in pain?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | 3 years and 7 months old
My dog seams to be walking funny on her back legs stretching the out and looking lick shes in pain
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Published on October 21st, 2018
This position can be a sign of a stomach ache or abdominal pain. This can be from many things including constipation, an intestinal blockage, stomach ulcer etc. please monitor if she’s eating, drinking, peeing and pooping normally. If not then please bring her in for an exam. They will check her over to see if they can find the reason for these symptoms, and may recommend abdominal X-rays and lab tests. Once they have a diagnosis then they can start the appropriate treatment. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Bella.
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Published on May 8th, 2017
Oh no, poor Cleo! She could have strained a ligament, or she could be having a problem with her patella moving out of it's correct anatomical position. You massaging her leg may be helping it move back into position. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a lead only, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.
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Published on December 4th, 2016
If she seems to be in pain than she should be examined by a vet to determine the cause. She could have a musculoskeletal issue, abdominal pain, infection, etc. Your vet can localize the pain, run labwork, and take X-rays, if needed, to diagnose the problem. Once a cause is identified, your vet can determine the best way to treat. She may need an anti-inflammatory and/or pain medications to help. Hope she feels better soon.
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