Why is my dog struggling with stairs, couch, and has belly pain?

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My dog is 4 years old and has never had any serious health problems. The last couple of days she's been walking up the stairs slowly and struggling to get on the couch and bed, like when she gets up on the bed she gets her front paws up and it takes her a couple of seconds to pull up her back legs too. When we go for a walk she walks fine though. Ive also noticed today if I touch under her belly she cried a bit. We're taking her the vet on Monday but thought I would ask here too. Pet's info: Dog | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 4 years and 9 months old | 33 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It sounds like Stella is painful. Rest her this weekend. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to potty on leash, and bring her right back in when she's done. Definitely have her seen by a vet on Monday. Best of luck.

Why is my dog struggling with stairs, couch, and has belly pain?

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