My dog walks sideways, spine curved, back legs weak, then vomits. Why?

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My dog has these episodes of were his paws at the back go and he starts to walk sideways with his spine curved, I don't know what to do but only way I get him to be normal is to straighten hiso back and calm him down B4 putting him on his paws and helping his paws to work and starts walking properly, I think it's his spine cos 2 yrs ago he had a bad accident were his previous owner threw him to the floor ever since he has these episodes. Soon after these episodes he throws up. He's 7 yrs old. Pet's info: Dog | Airedale Terrier | Male | neutered | 6 years and 7 months old | 22 lbs

Sarah Derksen, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi. This sounds very sad and painful. He needs to be seen either by an orthopedic specialist or a neurologist. He will need imaging of his spine and some labwork. He will also most likely need to go on medications for pain and inflammation. I recommend getting him seen right away

My dog walks sideways, spine curved, back legs weak, then vomits. Why?

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