Vivian's doxie 11/24 conservative

Vivian, welcome to the Forum. So sorry to her about your doxie.  He has a very good chance to recover by following the principals of conservative treatment (STRICT rest, meds, and time).

The single most important care is getting him into a recovery suite (wire crate, baby's Pac N Play, ex-pen) to provide very STRICT limited movement of the back. This includes at potty time where you carry him to and from the potty place. Limit him to footsteps (no walking around). All this and more details to care for your dog with tips and ideas to implementent: dodgerslist.com/2020/05/14/strict-rest-recovery-process/

Getting to an ER vet today (11/24) is important to get meds on board that will immediately start working on preventing increased neuro damage. Pain meds do not work on swelling/inflammation. Pain meds give comfort from pain.

Things to refresh your mind about a disc episode
1. MED CARD
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This little reference card is handy at vet visits to keep all the meds straight as you discuss things. D/l to print a copy for your wallet at this link:
dodgerslist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Med-card-to-print.pdf

2. What to expect during each of the 4 phases of healing:
   dodgerslist.com/in-the-right-place

We will be anxious to hear your update with what the vet diagnosed.  The list of med names with mgs and frequency to give.  And to learn that his pain is fully mangaged dose to dose, round the clock.  Let us know where we can aid you in solving any care issues that may come up.