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My dog suddenly can't move his back legs and back end. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Jack Russell Terrier | Male | unneutered

My Jack Russell who is 7yrs old suddenly lost all movement in back legs and back end , cant lie down or walk.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 14th, 2019

This is extremely serious, and Geordir could have hurt his back or hips. He needs to see a vet now. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

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