{"id":5536,"date":"2017-04-08T15:06:04","date_gmt":"2017-04-08T22:06:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com?p=5536"},"modified":"2025-08-24T22:45:22","modified_gmt":"2025-08-25T05:45:22","slug":"ivdd-and-french-bulldogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/ivdd-and-french-bulldogs\/","title":{"rendered":"IVDD in French Bulldogs and How to Protect Them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-e1mphc-8cd74d3857af36004a94f2d4ab1514d0\">\n.flex_column.av-e1mphc-8cd74d3857af36004a94f2d4ab1514d0{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-e1mphc-8cd74d3857af36004a94f2d4ab1514d0 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_gallery  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div av-zero-column-padding  '     ><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-17u1ts-617c7d21c0d58701a3a4c41307473d20\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-17u1ts-617c7d21c0d58701a3a4c41307473d20{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-17u1ts-617c7d21c0d58701a3a4c41307473d20 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-17u1ts-617c7d21c0d58701a3a4c41307473d20 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:18px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-17u1ts-617c7d21c0d58701a3a4c41307473d20 av-special-heading-h2 blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-1  el_before_av_gallery  avia-builder-el-first '><h2 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >IVDD in French Bulldogs: A Comprehensive Guide to Caring for Your Frenchie Puppies <\/h2><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>My own dog was confined for weeks and suffered. This could have been prevented!<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-bi6b8w-ce87e95263fa559645bae2d91f790159\">\n#top .avia-gallery.av-bi6b8w-ce87e95263fa559645bae2d91f790159 .avia-gallery-thumb a{\nwidth:50%;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-gallery av-bi6b8w-ce87e95263fa559645bae2d91f790159 avia_animate_when_visible  avia-builder-el-2  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock  avia_lazyload avia-gallery-animate avia-gallery-1'  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><meta itemprop=\"contentURL\" content=\"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/ivdd-and-french-bulldogs\/\"><div class='avia-gallery-thumb'><a href=\"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/White-french-bulldog-Angel-753x1024.jpg\" 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av-jef5s-7cb467dc44a479ae7f419f92a00684b7 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b class=\"\">Navigating the World of IVDD<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Dachshunds to French Bulldogs<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">From Canada to Scotland or France to Australia, pet parents everywhere may end up navigating the complex world of IVDD at some point in their pup\u2019s life. The <em>French Bulldog is one of the top 10 most popular dog breeds<\/em> because they are amusing, affectionate, intelligent dogs but their adorable, stout appearance, is also a red flag for potential back pain.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">IVDD, or <strong>Intervertebral Disc Disease<\/strong>, is a degenerative disease that affects countless breeds at various ages and activity levels. It occurs when discs in the spinal column begin to shift so much so that they protrude outward, pressing against the spinal cord and its nerves. The discs are thick plates\u2014or disc-like cushions, which lie between the bony vertebrae in the spine. They are composed of a fibrous outer layer called the annulus fibrosus and a pulpy, gelatinous center called the nucleus pulposus. They help to cushion the spine as your dog walks, trots, runs, twists, or decides to do the &#8220;zoomies&#8221; or the\u00a0Frenchie 500!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">As time goes by, the discs start to degenerate as the blood supply to the disc decreases, making the tissues not as vital and resilient as they once were.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The soft, gelatinous central material is replaced with harder cartilaginous material, which is more easily ruptured.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Type I<\/b>\u00a0can affect dogs at any age, and is mostly seen in (but not limited to) chrondrodystrophic dogs, or dogs bred to be shorter and stockier. (Examples of chondrodystrophic breeds are the French Bulldog, Dachshund, Pekinese, Lhasa Apso, Shih Tzu, Basset, Beagle, and Poodle.) This type occurs when a dog\u2019s spine experiences a sudden impact that causes the disc to shift out of place.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Type II<\/b>\u00a0is more gradual but the results are the same: pressure on the spinal cord and its nerves caused by a bulging disc. <em>Type II IVDD affects older dogs between the ages of 8 and 15 by its very nature<\/em>, and isn&#8217;t targeted to primarily chrondrodystrophic breeds. In the Type II disc disease, the tear in the outer layer is smaller and tends to occur gradually over a period of time. The central material tends to bulge up into the spinal canal but then falls back into place between the vertebrae. This second Type tends to occur in breeds with normal cartilage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">No matter what age they are when diagnosed, for both types of IVDD, rest, laser light therapy, anti-inflammatories, and even surgery are the common protocol and can aid in helping to manage, if not completely relieve, dog back pain. However, <em>older dogs suffering from Type I are less likely to rebound as quickly as younger dogs<\/em> and are more likely to experience continual back problems throughout their lives.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When my dachshunds Henry and his younger sister June were both diagnosed, I didn\u2019t quite understand how she and Henry could have the exact same diagnosis\u2014June was much younger and far more active. When June started showing symptoms, I rushed her to the ER where the vet administered\u00a0<i class=\"\">Rimadyl<\/i>\u00a0for\u00a0inflammation,\u00a0<i class=\"\">Tramadol<\/i>\u00a0for back pain,\u00a0and<b class=\"\"><i class=\"\">\u00a0<\/i><\/b><i class=\"\">Roboxin\u00a0<\/i>to relax muscles. She was also put on confined rest for a month! I soon started researching more about the \u201cchondrodystrophic\u201d breed, which means a dog with short legs and long spines \u2014 learning quickly that these short-legged fluffs of love are prone to IVDD. When the vet told me that June\u2019s back was like a \u201cticking time bomb\u201d and suggested spinal surgery or maybe even euthanasia, I panicked! Henry also being diagnosed with the same thing made me examine the disease more closely and soon after, dedicate my time and energy to helping other dogs and owners alike.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Once I started my journey into the universe of IVDD, <em>I started learning more about other breeds and met countless other dogs suffering from this dreaded disease<\/em>. I had no idea dog back problems were so prevalent in dogs! French Bulldogs were at the top of the list due to their genetic predisposition towards back problems and as a dwarf breed, French bulldogs\u2019 discs are more vulnerable than other breeds due to age-related degeneration.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4o1i1s-8c7b0b36f0f4f450752a3a746edd1830\">\n#top .avia-gallery.av-4o1i1s-8c7b0b36f0f4f450752a3a746edd1830 .avia-gallery-thumb a{\nwidth:20%;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-gallery av-4o1i1s-8c7b0b36f0f4f450752a3a746edd1830 avia_animate_when_visible  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_textblock  deactivate_avia_lazyload avia-gallery-animate avia-gallery-3'  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><meta itemprop=\"contentURL\" content=\"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/ivdd-and-french-bulldogs\/\"><div class='avia-gallery-thumb'><a 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1' alt='' srcset=\"https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/IVDD-french-bulldog-1.jpg 240w, https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/IVDD-french-bulldog-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/IVDD-french-bulldog-1-36x36.jpg 36w, https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/IVDD-french-bulldog-1-180x180.jpg 180w, https:\/\/frenchbulldogsla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/IVDD-french-bulldog-1-120x120.jpg 120w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-2s2874-b9eec1f96757a6040fe530e9f5f386ab '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Frenchies<\/b>\u00a0are small but solidly built, with a muscular physique, so one might think their backs would be super strong but it is quite the opposite, as being low to the ground means when they make impact, from jumping off the couch or running up and down the stairs, they come in with a hard landing!<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">The French Bulldog also has an odd way of sitting with his hind legs spread out \u2014 thus the nickname \u201cfrog dog.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Although this cute stance doesn\u2019t necessarily signal future back pain, posture is something to consider, since French bulldogs are predisposed to IVDD and Hemivertebrae<span class=\"\">\u00a0(<\/span>bones of the spine that are abnormally shaped).<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Dogs need to be active, so I had to find a way to keep my Dachshunds from wiggling so much! Frenchies enjoy lounging around, but they are a bit like Dachshunds. Although they are low to the ground, they want to live a fun life! <em>The most important goal for my pups became recovering them to a happy, pain free life<\/em>, so they could bounce around again. The journey was long with my first two dachshunds. Thankfully understanding the world of IVDD, and managing the pain our pups can sometimes feel, is becoming easier to do as we learn more and more about the disease and the many preventative and supportive measures we can take as pet parents. We are also sharing more stories of how we can make strides towards wellness and bring relief to our fur babies.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Our lives changed forever when June and Henry were diagnosed with IVDD and a big part of my life revolved around finding ways to make their pain go away. Emergency room visits, strong medication and complete crate rest were not what I\u2019d envisioned when we brought our sweet puppies home. <em>Caring for a dog with IVDD can be draining emotionally, as well as financially<\/em>. It was disheartening for me to watch my pups not be able to play and jump around like \u2018normal\u2019 dogs, hear them whimper in pain, and watch them have muscle spasms. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">No pet parent wants to see their pups not feeling well, especially when they are in physical pain<\/span>.<\/p>\n<h2>Symptoms of IVDD in French Bulldogs<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">French bulldogs might not bark much, but they do like to talk, so\u00a0it is important to pay special attention if you notice any of the following signs, as they can be early warnings signals of a bigger issue, and you may need your Vet\u2019s immediate input.<\/p>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Neck pain and stiffness (reluctance to move the neck and head)<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Lowered head stance<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Back pain and stiffness<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Yelping unexpectedly when touched or moving<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Abdominal tenderness or tenseness<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Arched back (hunched posture, called \u201cthoracolumbar kyphosis\u201d)<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Sensitivity to touch (possible aggression)<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Sensitivity to movement<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Impaired, incomplete or inappropriate urination<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Lameness<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Dragging one or more legs when walking<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">\u201cToeing over\u201d or \u201cknuckling over\u201d when walking or standing<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Weakness<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Stiffness<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Stilted gait; tentative gait<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Reluctance to rise<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Tremors, trembling, shaking<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Lack of coordination (\u201cataxia\u201d)<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Abnormal reflexes<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Collapse<\/b><\/div>\n<div class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">\u00b7\u00a0\u00a0<b class=\"\">Paralysis in one or more limbs<\/b><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There is so much helpful advice these days on the web to help you and your little angles live a high quality life with IVDD\u2014 the key words being HIGH QUALITY LIFE!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Here are a few tips I found especially helpful during recovery:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Diet<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>maintain your dog\u2019s healthiest weight to reduce stress on their backbone and neck. Making sure they have the proper nutrients and supplements is paramount during the healing process and your Veterinary can offer guidance if you are unsure what your dog\u2019s optimum weight level should be.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Food<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>moisten kibble or feed them wet food. Chewing can cause stress on the jaw and neck, which can result in pain. Same goes for chew toys or treats. Abstain from these during the recovery period.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Eliminate stress on back and neck<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>raise food and water bowls so that your dog doesn\u2019t have to bend down to eat or drink; keep the crate your pup is recovering in at a higher level so that he doesn\u2019t have to raise his head to look at you or his surroundings. There are some great products on the market which allow your dog\u2019s to comfortably retrieve their food with minimal effort.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Acupuncture Therapy<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>this is particularly good for dogs that respond poorly to or cannot tolerate medication. Surgery may not be an option due to health or finances. Acupuncture may be one option to look into, as it regenerates neurons mobilizing stem cell regrowth.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Laser Light Therapy<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>although costly, LT has been proven to reduce tenderness, pain and speed up the tissue healing process. Be sure to research this method and talk to your Veterinary before considering this as an option.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Back support<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>after a period of recovery, it is important to keep your dog\u2019s back stable and straight. Wearing a back brace such as WiggleLess\u00ae puts less pressure on your dog\u2019s spine and may help him or her to have a more enjoyable and normal life.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Environment<\/b><b class=\"\">\u2014<\/b>lots of love, comfort, warmth, encouragement, and a peaceful environment. Soft bedding, ramps, extra cushions and support will make your dog less likely to be in a position of distress. Dogs get stressed out just like us humans do. Stress makes it hard to heal!<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Treatment options range from rest and conventional medicine to surgical procedures. The protocol will vary depending upon the severity of the disease and Corticosteroids or Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, muscle relaxants or other drugs may be prescribed to alleviate inflammation. If medical management does not control the dog\u2019s pain and symptoms, surgery may be recommended. Once a dog\u2019s pain is stabilized, <strong>cage confinement for up to 6 weeks is essential<\/strong> to a dog\u2019s successful recovery! Dogs may act as if their pain has subsided once the medication takes effect; however, the medication is only masking their symptoms and <em>if allowed to roam prematurely, more damage could be done<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Despite the desire to cuddle our fur babies, owners need to be consistent in confining their dogs for the full period recommended by their veterinarian. Dogs recovering from IVDD should be on well-padded beds, and those unable to move should be turned every few hours to prevent development of sores.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Prescription pain and anti-inflammatory medications will be reduced gradually over time and dogs with IVDD should do minimal exercise while recovering. \u2018On-leash\u2019 walks and using a harness instead of a neck collar will help, while physical therapy, such as swimming or other water exercise, allows comfortable mobility when working key muscles. Other techniques to aid healing, such as massage therapy, may help to reduce overall pain and stress. <em>Acupuncture or acupressure techniques and use of herbal or other supplements can also alleviate pain<\/em>. The goal with any healing practice is to increase circulation, ease pain, speed healing and promote wellness, while keeping your loved one calm.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\"><em>Many dogs with Intervertebral Disc Disease do very well without surgery<\/em>, especially if their disease is caught and treated early and owners are consistent about strict cage confinement during the entire recovery period. Your veterinarian will determine the best medical protocol for IVDD and your dog. If your dog is in severe back pain due to IVDD, one or more of the following medications may be prescribed:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Steroids:<\/b>\u00a0They are anti-inflammatories and immune system suppressors. They are good especially if given in the vein the first 8 hours or by shot in the muscle, and followed by pills at home. The most commonly used are: prednisone and dexamethasone. Accompany with a stomach protector such as Pepcid (famotidine).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">NSAIDs (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs):<\/b>\u00a0they are anti-inflammatories, and also have pain killing properties too. They must never be mixed with steroids or the NSAID aspirin. The most commonly used are: Rimadyl, Deramaxx, Previcox or Metacam. Accompany with a stomach protector such as Pepcid (famotidine).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Muscle Relaxers:<\/b>\u00a0During a herniation a dog can have nasty muscle spasms. Muscle relaxers help prevent them and they also help keep the dog calm while in crate rest. The most commonly used are: Methocarbamol and Valium.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">Pain Killers or Analgesics:<\/b>\u00a0They help through the healing period by making your dog more comfortable. The most commonly used are: Tramadol or a Fentanyl patch.<\/p>\n<p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: justify;\">Remember that all drugs have side effects and some (steroids and\u00a0NSAIDs) need to be given with a stomach protector. Steroids and\u00a0NSAIDs should never be mixed or switched without washing out the other from the body for 7 days. Ask your vet or pharmacist for an informative brochure on each drug or search the web for adverse side effects.With the right diagnosis and the right treatment, IVDD is manageable, and making your dog feel loved and happy is top of the list! At WiggleLess\u00ae, we strive weekly to work with the local community and our friends across the US and abroad to bring IVDD to the forefront of the pet community so we can all learn and share but most of all help all our beloved dogs to live the longest, healthiest lives possible.<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b class=\"\">AUTHOR BIO<\/b><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Lisa Luckenbach has developed WiggleLess\u00ae back braces for dogs that are overweight and need extra support, elderly with aching backs, diagnosed with IVDD-related back problems, or overly active and can benefit from the structure a dog back brace provides. In addition to running WiggleLess\u00ae, Lisa is a registered yoga instructor, licensed massage therapist, public speaker, ordained minister, and breast cancer survivor. She shares her home with her husband and three spunky, adopted dogs, Ryder (Cocker Spaniel), LaVerne (Schnauzer\/Doxie mix), and Chai (Doxie\/Beagle mix). Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.wiggleless.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WiggleLess\u00ae.com<\/a> to learn more about Lisa and her back brace for dogs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This is Dr. Marika writing to you here on my guests article about IVDD.  If you happened here by chance then you will be surprised to learn what it is many pet owners have to deal with related to their french bulldogs back.  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