Dog Suddenly Cannot Stand Up

There are four main reasons that could cause a dog to suddenly be unable to stand:

Hypoglycemia: Hypoglycemic dogs may exhibit instability and inability to stand.
Leg injury: If the dog's legs are injured, it may be unable to stand due to pain.
Arthritis: Dogs with arthritis may also be unable to stand due to pain. You can touch the dog's hind leg joints to determine if it has arthritis. If there is a significant pain response, it is likely arthritis. It is recommended to go to the pet hospital for inspection and treatment.
Calcium deficiency: When breast milk is insufficient or artificial feeding is improper, dogs may become unstable due to calcium deficiency.
Hypoglycemia:

Usually in dogs younger than 1 month old, it is recommended to feed them every 2 hours. If the owner does not feed the dog on time, hypoglycemia can occur, causing the dog to be unable to stand. It may also be accompanied by symptoms such as lethargy, decreased body temperature, etc. In this case, the owner should immediately feed the dog 5% glucose solution to replenish energy. If necessary, the dog may need to be taken to the pet hospital for intravenous administration.

Calcium deficiency:

During their developmental period, dogs need a large amount of calcium to promote bone growth. If the owner only feeds the dog a single type of dog food for a long time, calcium deficiency may occur. This not only affects the dog's ability to stand but may also be accompanied by symptoms such as loss of appetite, poor digestion, gradual weight loss, slow growth, etc. In this case, it is recommended to feed the dog calcium tablets, goat's milk, and nutritional supplements. At the same time, it is necessary to feed the dog scientifically, with high-nutrition food as the main source.

Injury:

If a dog suddenly cannot stand, it may be due to an injury, such as a puncture wound or a broken bone in its paw. The owner should carefully check the dog's legs for wounds or broken bones and treat them accordingly. If there is an external wound on the leg, immediately use clean gauze to apply pressure to stop the bleeding and apply an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drug for treatment. If the leg is fractured, the dog should be taken to the pet hospital for X-rays to determine the degree and location of the bone damage. External or internal fixation may be required for treatment.

Arthritis:

If the dog shows pain when touching its hind leg joints, it may have arthritis. It is recommended to take the dog to the pet hospital as soon as possible for diagnosis. If arthritis is confirmed, anti-inflammatory drugs should be used for inflammation. If the dog has severe pain, painkillers may also be necessary. At the same time, give the dog health supplements that protect joints. During the treatment period, limit the dog's exercise to avoid exacerbating the injury.