!!Time is critical to SAVE YOur dog!!
When dealing with a patient who is non-ambulatory (not able to walk) time is of the essence. This type of symptom in a patient is considered an emergency. It is vital to provide an efficient diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible in order to give the patient the best chance at recovery.
- Southeast Veterinary Neurology
Because IVDD affects the spinal cord – the pathway that transmits signals from the brain to the body for every essential function from walking to breathing – a severe case requires IMMEDIATE medical attention. According to Veterinarians at Southeast Veterinary Neurology, any dog exhibiting symptoms at Grade 3 or higher will be recommended for an MRI for diagnosis.
Myelomalacia is an extremely serious spinal cord condition which occurs in about 10-15% of dogs who have a grade 5 spinal cord injury. It can happen anywhere within the first week of the injury and can result in the death of your precious pet.
- Southeast Veterinary Neurology
Because IVDD affects the spinal cord – the pathway that transmits signals from the brain to the body for every essential function from walking to breathing – a severe case requires IMMEDIATE medical attention. According to Veterinarians at Southeast Veterinary Neurology, any dog exhibiting symptoms at Grade 3 or higher will be recommended for an MRI for diagnosis.
Myelomalacia is an extremely serious spinal cord condition which occurs in about 10-15% of dogs who have a grade 5 spinal cord injury. It can happen anywhere within the first week of the injury and can result in the death of your precious pet.
This is where you, as a dog owner "parent", have to make a tough decision.
Ask yourself:
Do you want to save your dog no matter what the financial burden?
Do you want your dog to recover and live their life, even if it's going to be different?
Ask yourself:
Do you want to save your dog no matter what the financial burden?
Do you want your dog to recover and live their life, even if it's going to be different?
Be your dog's advocate!
You have every right to tell your vet you want a second opinion or referral asap!
Especially if it's over the weekend!
You have every right to tell your vet you want a second opinion or referral asap!
Especially if it's over the weekend!
It is unfortunate that if a dog is not seen in time, Myelomalacia may set in and result in the dog being euthanized.
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