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Dachshund Health

My 2 1/2 yr old miniature dachshund is having trouble jumping up on to things. She hesitates to even jump up the steps. This started yesterday. What do you suggest we do about it?
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234713 tn?1283526659
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Sojka123 is correct.  

Steroids, and acupuncture are very effective.  If very serious or if you wait too long,  surgery may be necessary.
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679466 tn?1247006054
Think Disc Disease.  See your veterinarian soon and have some x-rays of her spine and a complete neuro exam.  You might be able to treat this conservatively if you catch it early!  
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