My dog's back pain keeps returning after medication. What now?

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Hi, my dog has been suffering a back pain which I identified once I took him and he shouted. I took him to the vet and they gave him 3 days with anti-inflammatories but once the 3 days passed the pain came back. I took him to the vet again and they gave him 6 days with anti-inflammatories again. We are in day 5 and he has been relatively great but now the pain is coming back since he doesn't want to use the stairs for example. I will attach his x rays. Pet's info: Dog | Maltipoo | Male | neutered | 6 years and 4 months old | 11 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Poor Benito! When pets don't respond as well to anti-inflammaorties, I often try them on steroids (for 2-4 weeks), muscle relaxers and opioid pain medication. During this time, Benito should be crated at all times, allowed outside on a leash only to potty because you MUST make sure he is not moving around too much. You may also look into acupuncture or laser therapy which can also help significantly. Benito should be examined every 2 weeks until he is back to normal. The medications may need to be adjusted based upon his response. I hope this helps and that he feels better quickly.

My dog's back pain keeps returning after medication. What now?

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