Walkin' Pets Blog Dog Dragging Its Paws? How to Help

Any change in your dog’s gait, the way it walks, or places its paw on the ground should be brought to your veterinarian’s attention. A dragging paw can indicate an injury or medical condition impacting a dog’s spinal cord, nerves, or mobility. A dragging paw, also known as knuckling, may happen occasionally, only when your dog is tired, or happen every time your dog takes a step. Regardless of the frequency, if your dog is walking differently, it’s time to see the vet. When a dog’s proprioception is impaired, it’s an indication that there is an underlying health problem that… The post Dog Dragging Its Paws? How to Help appeared first on Walkin' Pets Blog.