My French Bulldog is shivering. What could cause her back pain?

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Our 2 year old french bulldog has been shivering from time to time since one week ago. We took her to the vet but want a second opinion. See images attached. We would appreciate your comments. Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

The hips look ok (hip dysplasia is possible on the right hip joint, but the positioning isn't perfect, which is required for that diagnosis). She does have significant issues with the vertebrae in her thoracic spine. I cannot tell exactly what is going on from these x-rays (it is much easier to evaluate them in-person), but they are likely causing significant discomfort. Lulu may need pain medications for life. A second opinion from a veterinary orthopedic surgeon would be a good idea to see if there is a surgical option to provide pain relief.

My French Bulldog is shivering. What could cause her back pain?

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