13 year old border collie struggling

[BoredTrish83]

hey
I'm after some advice my border collie is 13 years old and has hip dysplasia from a young age .
Lately she is struggling to get herself up , over panting , on and off her food and water and trumping alot which isn't like her.
She struggles with 1 or 2 steps
I give her metacam and you move tablets but not sure if she is suffering.
She is frightened to death of the vets as she had loads of appointments when younger with her hips
Thanks in advance x

Thanks everyone doesn't feel like it x

Oh OP, I didn't get the chance to MN since this morning and I came straight here hoping for better news.
The muscle wastage is definitely a concern because strong muscles would compensate for bad joints to a good degree in terms of mobility and combined with an effective pain killer you get the movement.
But it sounds like your collie has had the benefit of a good painkiller for some time and her little body is just too old but you did help her up to now. There is a limit and this is sadly it.
I really feel for you, and her. Be with her until the end, that's all she needs now.
I am sorry there isn't a better outcome.

@Bransterthankyou x

My nearly 13 year old collie was exactly the same, we had got to the point that we were using a special harness to hold her upright. It was heartbreaking. We tried many combinations with the vet (who is marvellous) She now is on metcam, pardale, yumove and canine clear-mobility max. I can honestly say her movement has improved so much, she's a bit stiff as she gets up and struggles with the stairs, but she can have lovely walks again, although there is no ball chasing.
I hope you find a good combo for your collie.

My collie also has muscle wastage and had pain before medication.

@BoredTrish83 I know, it didn't want to say goodbye to mine but honestly, when she didn't act in her usual ways anymore I knew it was right for her. She didn't want to eat her favourite foods, or go for walks, and when the vet came to help her on her way, she didn't bark or really react in any way she usually would.

I hope you are doing as well as you can be after something like this. I know I was an absolute mess for the whole weekend after saying goodbye💐

I am too just having a drink in honour x she went quickly mostly with the sedation like she let go x

😔 I've been thinking of you and your girl OP. She was ready.
I hope you and your son are OK, and take your time to grieve

Oh bless you @BoredTrish83 , I've been through this too many times with our beloved pets over the years and it never gets easier. And nor should it, of course, it's awful 😞.

One thing I read years ago that has really stuck with me though is that by letting her go like this - safe, warm, loved - you've taken her pain away and made it your own. So you will feel this pain but she's at peace now. 🌹

Panting a lot is a sign of pain, OP. I know she hates the vets but I would get her to the vets as soon as possible. The vet will be able to give you an honest assessment. She might just need stronger pain relief or it might be time to let her go. At least you will know and be able to make the right decision.

Thanks everyone x son is coping ok at moment it was my husband who was most heartbroken he's been a mess since this morning x

@BoredTrish83 mine I think went with the sedation as she felt different. I had her head in my hands the whole time and could feel when she left.
I really feel for you as it is so hard, no matter how well meant it is, to do this for them. I knew Neela couldn't go on as she was but I wanted to be selfish and keep her with me forever.
Thinking of you at this difficult time. I told my dd, don't hold it in, cry if you want to. As I have read since, and really feel is true, grief is love with no where to go 💔