My dog has not been doing well for the past 4-5 days. She has trouble standind up, and is very unstable when she does. She just lays there and whines at me. She is only 7 years old. I do not have the money to take her to the vet right now. Please Help.
Master Advisor Matthew says:
August 28th, 2008 at 04:17 PM
Hi
Your dog needs a full clinical examination in order to make a diagnosis. She could have a metabolic problem, a musculoskeletal problem, a neurological problem - it is impossible to tell without examining her.
You could take her temperature with a rectal thermometer, if it is >39C then that would suggest she has an infection of some sort...if she is in pain, then aspirin is a semi-effective painkiller, half a tablet given with some food. However, I would urge you not to self medicate but to brave a trip to your vet, they should be sensitive about your cost concerns.
Good luck
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