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Permalink Reply by Dawn on May 14, 2008 at 5:51pm

Hi and welcome to the site (love Ireland!) My corgi is just a baby but I've had other dogs and I'd say first, can you take her to another vet? It doesn't sound like that vet did much for her. What about a chiropractor? I don't know how many would work on a dog but I know there are some in the US that do. How did you deal with your back problems? Maybe a heating pad or something would relax her muscles and maybe it would heal itself? Good luck to you both, I'll send a little healing energy your way!

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Permalink Reply by mikonami on May 14, 2008 at 5:56pm

Hi! I know a girl with a Corgi who just had surgery on one of the discs of her spine. It gave out one day. Maybe it's something like this? I've heard the surgery is quite common for Corgis. There's a lady in my area who's had to have the surgery on her Corgi 3 times.

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Permalink Reply by Sam on May 14, 2008 at 9:20pm

There are many different issues this could be. Certainly if you are certain she has had somewhat normal stools then she needs to go back to the vet. Back injuries as you know are quite painful and early detection is detrimental to healing. Some issues can be fixed, others may not. See if you can get a more correct diagnosis, learn the facts and possible treatment options. This should help you make the correct decision. Best of luck.

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Permalink Reply by corgichic on May 21, 2008 at 2:28pm

I agree -- please take her for a second opinion! My girl just had back surgery in Oct of last year and I was lucky and caught it early. Also, just a warning, xrays dont usually tell the whole story (will show bones but not muscle & nerves. They said the best way was for either a mri or a mylogram -- and they are noT inexpensive. But it showed my girl's problem and about 7.5mo later, she is doing well, and happy again).

Good luck in your search and hope you find a vet that can give you the answer you and girl need. Sending good thoughts across the big pond :)

Julie
Harmony & Jaxx

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Permalink Reply by Charlie on May 21, 2008 at 4:11pm

Yes I also agree that she should see another vet. A back injury or disc disease can get worse very quickly. Until you can get her to a second vet, I would recommend strict crate rest as any excessive activity can make the problem much worse. A large crate in a quiet place in your home, or confinement in a bathroom would work. Also, I took a look at your photos. Beautiful girls, but they could stand to take a bit of weight off. The extra weight can be particularly bad for Corgis and genetic proneness to back problems. Obviously, losing weight is not an overnight occurrence, but many Corgi owners have their dogs on a weight-loss diet of no more than 1/2 to 1 cup a day of kibble, and fill in with green beans so the dog doesn't feel hungry while dieting.

Welcome to the site. We're glad you're here. Please keep us posted on your progress with your girl.

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Permalink Reply by Alicia Byrd on May 22, 2008 at 5:43pm

Hi Mick! Any updates? How's she feeling? There are quite a few different options out there depending on exactly what is going on in her back. Accupuncture is very effective for problems with nerves, etc., however, if it is arthritis there are many new drugs available that are extremely helpful. I certainly would get a second opinion, and would keep her as quiet and still as possible untill it is figured out. Good luck, our thoughts and prayers are with you!!

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