Why does my dog whimper with neck/leg pain and stiffness after rest?

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My 6 year old chi wimpers every now and again as if his neck or front legs are hurt. But then he will run and play as if nothing is wrong. He is eating, drinking and stools are normal. He just started this last week. He usually seems "stiff" more so after resting for awhile. His gums are pink and when I touch or massage his legs and paws he doesn't seem bothered. If he had strained or pulled something, what is a normal recovery time? Thank you! Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Male | neutered | 6 years and 6 months old | 6 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This episodes could be due to spinal pain that can give intermittent signs when a nerve is ''impinged''. Typically dynamic intervertebral disc extrusion can cause this presentation. If it was just a soft tissue injury (strained muscle) usually with rest and some anti-inflammatories the signs can recede in about a week time. A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!

Why does my dog whimper with neck/leg pain and stiffness after rest?

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