My 1 year old Chihuahua has been having issues with her hips. She'll seem fine, and she’ll go outside and run around like nothing is wrong and then won’t put weight on her hips after she comes back inside. Sometimes she’ll get up after she’s been sitting and will act like her hips hurt. She’s never done anything to injure them that I know of so I’m confused as to what is going on and how to help her.

Updated On April 12th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Smooth Coat) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 5 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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It sounds like Maggie is painful in her hips, and she may have overdone it causing the pain. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a leash, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. I hope this helps!

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