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My puppy has stiff back legs and is peeing uncontrollably. Why?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 2.8 lbs

My puppies back legs are stiff and he is peeing uncontrollably?

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Dr. Davis

Answered By Dr. Davis

Veterinarian

Published on December 16th, 2018

This sounds like he may be having a seizure. He’s tiny and young so this could be from hypoglycemia, which is low blood sugar. I would rub honey into his gums and try to feed a small amount of canned food if he’ll eat. This can become life threatening so a veterinary exam is recommended. With tiny, young puppies such as Meatball I recommend feeding small meals four to six times daily. Once he’s bigger hypoglycemia is less of a problem. Seizures can become severe and lead to a coma or death so use honey or syrup right away to see if it gets him back to normal. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Meatball.
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