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My 8-week-old pitbull puppy can't walk. Is this an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 7 days old | 8 lbs

Recently got a male pitbull bull puppy he is around 8 weeks of age and has lost all fuction of all four legs

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on June 9th, 2019

This sounds serious and Blue needs to be seen by the veterinarian today. Losing function in the limbs is not normal and can indicate a serious infection, injury to the spinal cord, ingestion of drugs, medication or poisons, or tick paralysis. The veterinarian will start with a physical exam and will likely need some diagnostics. Best of luck.

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