Why is my Boxer dog walking with an arched body and stiff legs?

That is not a normal behavior, and I would worry that there is an issue with the nerves, muscles or bones in her hind end or back, or even a neurologic issue further up. It would be best to bring her to your vet ASAP so they can examine her and perform testing such as X-rays to try and figure out the issue.

Hi! Thanks for entrusting us with Jeter's care today! Lameness or pain or an abnormal hair can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. In some cases this is actually a nervous system abnormality. I recommend that you have him evaluated by your veterinarian so that this can be further assessed which will likely include radiographs. Treatment will be dependent on findings though at the very least pain control medications can be prescribed. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

These signs might be compatible with a neurological disorder involving the spinal cord. Difficult to say what it is exactly without having a look at him. Congenital and infective causes are quite common in such young puppies. I would strongly recommend to have him checked again at your local veterinarian to confirm this clinical suspicion and have him treated appropriately. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

I'm so sorry that you are dealing with this with Angel. One possibility for what you are describing is a bulging disc in the neck. If it occurs in the lower part of the neck, it can affect the nerves going to the front leg and cause lameness. I would recommend having your vet evaluate her and see if they can find any neck pain. If they do, they will be able to give her appropriate medications to make her feel better. In the meantime, I would recommend keeping her quiet, so she doesn't flare it up any more. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Rock. Poor boy. It sounds like he is in a lot of pain, and it's quite concerning that now he's having trouble walking with his back legs. He could be arching back to relieve pressure off another area of his body that is painful. Tonight, rest him. No running, jumping, or playing. Take him out to toilet on a leash, and bring him right back in when he's done. Take him into the vet first thing in the morning. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. He may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Best of luck.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may be due to a neurological or orthopedic condition. This could even due to weakness from perhaps getting into something he should not have. For this reason, I recommend that you consider taking him to your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check what seems to be the issue so that it can be treated accordingly. Good luck and have a great day!

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Harley. I suspect that he may be in pain or he could have a problem with his spine or hips. A problem with his spine would explain the issues he has been having with both the front and hind legs. He could have a slipped disc. I would take him into a vet asap. The vet can diagnose what is causing his problem and can treat him. I would suspect the vet will want to do x-rays. I hope this helps!