| Have had two dogs with wobblers and both have responded well to accupuncture.
My first dobe with it began to show signs at about age 5.5. Accupuncture for about 6 months then Rimadyl kept him going with a reasonably good quality of life until 10.5 when he finally got down and couldn't get up. Another thing I think contributed to his long survival period was getting another dog which forced the old dog to exercise & be competitive.
My current rescue is 9.5 and got down in the rear to where he wouldn't even paddle his feet if you lifted his hind end. Therapy of accupuncture & Adequan injections and he his running & playing with our younger dogs. I can't overstress how important I think exercise is if you can get them mobile again.
Be positive. I know from experience that relatively successful outcomes are possible. Wish the best for your dobe. |