Neck Pain Dog 6+ Years Over 40

Based on the history you provided, below are possible causes for your dog’s neck pain. Back and neck pain are always a serious concern, but if there is accompanying weakness, unsteadiness, or paralysis in any or all of the extremities, this is an emergency. If you still seek further information, please visit our Ask The Vet page to submit a one on one consultation with a licensed veterinarian 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Cervical intervertebral disc disease
Cervical stenosis (Wobblers Syndrome)
Spondylosis

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