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my dog is a chihuaha/rat terrier. she started to hang her

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my dog is a chihuaha/rat terrier. she started to hang her head, her back is arched, the stomach does not look bloated. She can walk ,eat and is not vomiting. when she lies down her legs are straight and her eyes are wide open. what should I do?

Submitted: 11 months ago.
Category: Dog Veterinary
Expert:  Dr. Jenn replied 11 months ago.


Dr. Jenn :

Hi there

Dr. Jenn :

Is she jumping on/off furniture as usual?

JACUSTOMER-5klnws1t- :
Dr. Jenn :

Is able to move around as well, like jump on/off furniture??

JACUSTOMER-5klnws1t- :

yes, stairs

Dr. Jenn :

I worry she may have neck or back pain. We also have to worry about abdominal pain-which could be from an upset tummy.

Dr. Jenn :

She really needs to be examined by a vet so we can find the source of the discomfort.

Dr. Jenn :

Especially because of her size, the sooner she sees a vet the better so we can begin the appropriate treatment before this progresses any further.

Dr. Jenn :

If she looks like she is extending her neck instead of hanging it I also worry about a respiratory issue-as dogs will take this position in order to breathe easier!

Expert:  Dr. Jenn replied 11 months ago.

Hi,

I'm just following up on our conversation about Lola. How is everything going?

Dr. Jenn

Customer: replied 11 months ago.

The system does not seem to allow questions or anwsers while you are on or off line. It took too much time to find out what was wrong with the computer or program. Thanks for your help, the poor service, I think was not your fault.

Expert:  Dr. Jenn replied 11 months ago.

So sorry you had such issues with the system. Hopefuly your baby is feeling better!

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