Cervical Vertebral Instability (Wobbler Syndrome) in Dogs

Wobbler syndrome involves compression of the spinal cord in the neck. Dogs may first show hindlimb difficulties, while severe cases can progress to paralysis and require specialist assessment.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.