Why is my dachshund constipated after a back injury and pain meds?

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Hi my dachshund hurt her back a week My vet gave me tramadal for pain and Prednisone for inflammation. Now she can't poop. Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Female | 12 years and 8 months old | 16 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Not being able to poop isn't a side effect of the medications Trixie is on, and I'm concerned that her not being able to poop is due to her back. Back problems are common in Dachshunds, and pressure on the nerves of the back can cause bowel problems. I'd take her into a vet immediately.

Why is my dachshund constipated after a back injury and pain meds?

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