My Beagle Has Bulging Disc
Hello: I am looking for some advice.
My beagle, Petey has had two "episodes" of bulging disc pain - about a 1/2 years apart. It has been about three months since the last one, but I know he did something to his back when he jumped off a bed. He usually waits for me to get him off the bed, couch, etc. but the doorbell rang and he was off like a shot.
He has been given Tramadol for pain, muscle relaxers and a doggie NSAID today. He's been very quiet. He is sort of "hiding" which makes me nervous.
I'm almost afraid to take him to the vet, not because I might hear bad news, but because I'm terrified to lift him. It's not good for their back.
The vet said if this got really bad he would need surgery. She mentioned a new procedure where they use a flouroscope and "laser" the bulge as opposed to traditional surgery.
What has most helped beagles with back problems. the first two episodes lasted about two days and he was fine. This is day number one, so.....