Neurological issue
Wanted to throw this out there as a PSA or discussion. My dutch developed a condition I have never seen/heard before.
About 3 months ago Loki “tripped” going up 3 steps into our house. Shortly after I noticed her walk started dragging her toenails. About the same time, when throwing a ball her front legs collapsed under her. A visit to the vet identified a neurological issue with her front shoulders/legs. She was prescribed Gabapentin for nerve pain, but in short it is degenerative and a management issue.
Theres been good days/bad days. Days she needs to be carried but overall she is working it. Zero gravity in the lake helps. But she cant swim or “steer” . Her muscles are atrophy, but her mind is still 100% dutchie. She wants to work/run/guard but theres no way.
I’ve never been a believer in CBD products but it appears to help quite a bit. movement helps prevent stiffness. Sadly this latest decline I don’t think she’ll bounce back from.
Never seen or experienced this but after talking with a few folks it appears to be more prevalent than I knew. And 3-4 months seems a common timeline for it to run its course.
Sharing in the hopes it helps others out there.