Neurosurgery

X-ray of canine lumbar spine shown to the right.

Spinal injuries can occur quickly, they can paralyze your pet, and they can happen without any external traumatic incident. Your pet may be playing in the backyard and suddenly go down, being unable to get up and walk. These types of injuries require immediate attention and you should take your pet to your primary veterinarian or emergency hospital immediately for evaluation. He or she is likely to begin medical therapy, and if the loss of function is severe enough, refer you and your pet to a surgeon for evaluation.