10 year old golden retriever. walked daily, on and off lead, 20-40 minutes a day. Our town is a bit hilly and we have steps up to front door and up to back garden.
I’ve noticed this last couple of weeks he struggles to get up from lying down on the hard floor. Wasn’t sure if it’s lack of grip as the floor is slippy compared to the rug. also a couple of times he will be standing and just seems to “drop” down a bit. As if he’s going to topple over but catches himself. Then tonight when taking him out to the loo he seemed to be lower on his back left side. He’s always been a bit of a plodder so doesn’t ever get up to much speed indoors but when out on his walk he gallops along. Doesn’t seem to be in any pain.
Does this sound like arthritis or something else? Is the vet likely to see him during lockdown?
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ChandlerIsTheBestFriend · 17/05/2020 22:38
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