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Why is my dog acting strange, yelping, and can't jump or bend?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 6 days old | 42 lbs

My 7 month pitbull is acting strange he won't bend down to drink his own water. He hasn't been sleeping good. Last night he woke up 3 different times yelping back awake (that was a few hours apart). He doesn't seem excited. Nor can he jump on the bed anymore. What should I do. Do you know what might be wrong with him.

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 7th, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Gemini. I recommend that he sees his veterinarian today as he seems very painful. His breed is typically stoic so I suspect he is quite sore. He could be experiencing neck or back pain. Did he sustain any trauma or bite wounds? His veterinarian will perform an examination to determine if he is painful or if there is another source of his symptoms. Based on these results, treatment can be prescribed. In the meantime, keep him quiet. Do not give any over-the-counter pain medications as these can be toxic to dogs. I hope this information helps!

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