Managing Canine Degenerative Myelopathy-Podcast
Managing Canine Degenerative Myelopathy
Degenerative myelopathy is a genetic, progressive spinal disease with no treatment or cure. It occurs in older dogs that earlier in life show no sign of the disease.
What are the first signs of degenerative myelopathy in dogs?
The first signs of degenerative myelopathy generally develop at around eight years of age, although the onset may be later in life in some dogs. Weakness and loss of co-ordination in one or both of the hind limbs (back legs) is often the initial sign, followed by dragging and scuffing of the digits (toes).
We spoke to Dr Ruth MacPete who explains in detail Managing Canine Degenerative Myelopathy disease and give your dog the best possible quality of life.
Dr. Ruth MacPete is a graduate of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. MacPete has been writing and speaking about pets and pet healthcare for over 10 years. She has written for various magazines, such as Cat Fancy, Bark, Kittens USA, Pet Business. She blogs regularly for Pet Health Network. Dr Ruth has appeared on The Doctors and GMA-LIVE, as well as numerous TV and radio stations throughout the country. She shares her home with her husband, two human kiddos, three cats, one dog and various foster animals. To find out more about Dr. MacPete go to: www.DrRuthPetVet.com or connect with her on facebook: www.Facebook.com/DrRuthMacPete