Guest JILLBROWN Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 Poor Charlie fell off the couch a couple of weeks ago and injured his neck. No broken bones, fortunately - apparently, just a sprain. Ever since then, when I take him for a walk, after just a short distance, he starts panting and wheezing. When we get home, he's done for the rest of the day. He's eating just fine. Could the fall have caused a breathing problem that the xrays didn't catch? Should I try using a harness so there's no pressure on his neck? He's twelve and in great shape, otherwise. Suggestions, please! Charlie's mom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ss556 Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 My Alan, who is 11.5 yrs. old has occasional breathing issues (raspy breathing) when out walking. He pants and breathes hard that someone asked me if he has asthma. I was told it could be laryngeal paralysis - they can get this as they get older. That wouldn't show on the xrays. I hope you find an answer to what Charlie has. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Jennifer4719 Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I don't know, but could the fall have caused him to have laryngeal paralysis? Maybe damaged some nerves? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest argolola Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I will pray for your sweet Charlie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burpdog Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 I would take him back to the vet. Sending prayers. Quote Diane & The Senior Gang Burpdog Biscuits Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest AndyUK Posted April 6, 2009 Share Posted April 6, 2009 From my limited knowlege (but I'm learning fast), it sounds like laryngeal paralysis. As Burpdog says - take him back to the vet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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