We all love seeing our dogs living their best possible lives, one full of happy zoomies, comfortable naps, and pain-free adventures. But to make that a priority, we must also familiarize ourselves ...

Connie Pearson thought Chico would never walk again after his veterinarian's diagnosis—but then something amazing happened.

If you have a dog with short legs and a long back, you may want to start looking for signs of intervertebral disc disease (IVDD). This neurological condition is characterized by back pain and limited ...

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) in dogs is a disorder of the spine. This is a neurological condition caused by herniated discs. In humans, this would be similar to a “slipped disc” or “bulging disc ...

IVDD involves disc herniation or rupture, causing spinal cord compression with varying severity, from pain to paralysis. Breeds like Dachshunds are predisposed, but factors like obesity and trauma ...

A miniature dachshund called Cookie has gone viral on social media after her owner shared footage of her recovery journey from a spinal disorder. In a video that has been viewed over 300,000 times on ...

The intervertebral disc is a fibrous tissue that provides a jelly-like cushion between the bones of the spine. These discs provide your dog's spine with the flexibility that helps them move, run, and ...

Patricia Louis is a recent graduate of the University of Delaware Lerner College of Business and Economics. She has written for the Philadelphia Wings NLL team and worked in media relations for the ...