I was wondering if she still behaves normally in the neighborhood, garden centers and pet stores, or if her behavior has changed there also. When she pulls away while grooming is this with any particular area? Or just anywhere?
It does start as I reach her back. She doesn’t mind her face done. I was wondering if her shoulders or back is bothering her, but you wouldn’t know from her self thought acrobatics. I do know some dogs don’t show pain. I will have it checked out next week at the vet. (She’s getting spay) but I honestly think the brushing is part of her teen rebellion.I was wondering if she still behaves normally in the neighborhood, garden centers and pet stores, or if her behavior has changed there also. When she pulls away while grooming is this with any particular area? Or just anywhere?
Good you are getting it checked. Mia had a back issue many years ago. Later I realized there were several strange warning signs which i couldn't figure out. Also, one time I accidently combed through a mat I didn't know was there and it must have hurt a bit. For months afterwards, she was leary about me combing that spot!It does start as I reach her back. She doesn’t mind her face done. I was wondering if her shoulders or back is bothering her, but you wouldn’t know from her self thought acrobatics. I do know some dogs don’t show pain. I will have it checked out next week at the vet. (She’s getting spay) but I honestly think the brushing is part of her teen rebellion.
Sigh…💔🐾 I can’t believe he’s gone.It is not unusual for them to have a fearful period in late adolescence. Just support her through it. As far as her back is concerned, if you have ANY concerns there, have tpher checked out by Dr. Linda. My dogs are on an 8 week rotation with her. I just keep 2 appointments on the books and bring whoever needs it most. It used to ALWAYS be “Kodi and…” Now the others will all just rotate.