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My dog's back legs stopped working suddenly, no pain. What's next?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | neutered | 6 years and 8 months old | 5 lbs

My chihuahua, Joey 5 years old, in the middle of the night lost use of his legs. I’ve rubbed him all over and there doesn’t seem to be any pain

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Answered By Claudia Fioravanti

Veterinarian

Published on September 23rd, 2019

Hi, you should have him checked over as he could have a herniated disc in his spine or another spinal disease that will just get worse over the course of time and could eventually lead to permanent loss of use of back legs and troubles going to the toilet. Hope you can have Joey checked over ASAP.

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