My dog has been having trouble jumping on the couch or bed?

71ssecnirp · May 31st 2013, 2:10am

I own an australian silky terrier, he's 8 years old, he used to be able to always jump on a high bed or couch but lately he has trouble, he keeps making attempts to jump but can't, why?? I'm worried about him

Crack head Tony · May 31st 2013, 2:10am

There are several possibilitis, some serious, some not so much. Take him to a veterinarian and get a thorough check done.You will be happier, and so will he.

63nova · May 31st 2013, 2:12am

Time for a vet check to rule out a medical problem ,

6345 · May 31st 2013, 2:13am

He is at a senior age now so maybe he is getting a little arthritis. You need to give him a joint supplement. Glucosamine and Chondroitin are the most common joint supplements. They even add it to many dogs foods. I have also heard from several people that Cosequin is a good brand to buy and you can get it at Walmart.I would also take him in for a vet visit just to be sure.

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3Rat · May 31st 2013, 2:16am

I agree with the others. Make a vet trip. My girl was 12 when she stopped jumping on the bed. She was having problems going down the stairs too. I just attributed to old age. She all of a sudden went blind and next thing I knew she had diabetes. I wish I would have taken her in sooner. After we got her regulated she was back to jumping on my bed, but she never got her eyesight back.

6741 · May 31st 2013, 2:18am

It sounds as if he may be in pain - back or possibly neck muscle pain. Please take to your vet and tell him what he is - or isn't doing. Dogs that suddenly have trouble jumping, moving or not wanting to walk up or down stairs have possibly pulled a muscle. There are medications that the vet can prescribe to help. If this is the problem he will start to feel better with medication but care is needed so he will not make it worse. Please see the vet sooner rather than later - he needs your help.