Old dog yelping from back pain. What can I do if vets are closed?

If there hasn’t been an injury and she’s urinating and defecating normally she may have neck or back pain. This can be from a bulging intervertebral disc. You can do some gentle massage to see if you can locate the area of pain. Massage will relax her muscles and relive the pain from muscle spasms. You can also use some heat over her back and neck. It’s ok to give aspirin for pain as long as she’s eating and drinking. It can cause stomach upset so I never give it unless they are eating. There is a section in this website that has information on common over the counter medications and the dosage. Please take her in tomorrow if she’s not better. They will be able to determine the source of her pain and treat her appropriately. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Flower.

Unfortunately there are no OTC pain medications you can give him. Many human ones are toxic to dogs, and can be fatal if given. I think it's best if Little Bit is in a lot of pain to take him into an ER vet now.

First off, do not give Sadie aspirin. It can cause internal bleeding and kidney damage, and it is never recommended to give to a dog unless strictly prescribed by a vet. There are no safe OTC pain relievers for dogs. Many are toxic to dogs, and can be fatal if given. I would call around to find another vet who is open and who can see her, as she sounds extremely painful. Until you find a vet who is open, keep her quiet and rested, and do not move her unless it's necessary.

Unfortunately, there is nothing you can do for her at home. You cannot give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. In addition, it is illegal for the experts at Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to prescribe any medications for her without seeing her in person first. There will be a vet on call for the holidays, so I would call your local clinics to find the vet on call to see her now. Usually there is an emergency contact number on their website or their answering machine. I would find a vet to see her now if she is in a lot of pain.

Poor Tao! If he's had back pain in the past, the certainly it could be bothering him again. He could also have a problem with arthritis, which is common in middle aged to senior dogs. I'm not sure if x-rays were done when he saw the vet the last time, but I do recommend making an appointment for him tomorrow with the vet. X-rays may narrow down the cause of his pain, and the vet can also prescribe more pain medication for him. Be sure to mention to your vet that you felt the last pain pills he received were ineffective, as there may be another pain medication that can be prescribed for him. Do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Rest him tonight, do not take him for a walk. Carry him up and down any stairs if he will let you. Take him out to potty on a leash, and bring him right back in when he's done. Try to limit his movement as much as possible tonight. I hope this helps!

This is very concerning, especially since Bentley is a young dog. You will need to take him to an out of hours vet or emergency veterinarian for an exam. THis vet can then also prescribe pain medication. RIng your vet , there will be emergency information on the answering machine. Unfortunately there is no over the counter pain medicine I can or am legally allowed to recommend. Your dog will need to get pain medicine from a veterinarian who has done a hands-on exam.

Oh no, that's not good. If there isn't an ER vet in your area, there may be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website. Rest Jay Jay as much as possible until you get him into a vet. No running, jumping, or playing. Take him out to toilet on a leash, and bring him right back in when he's done. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Best of luck.