Hi Friends, My sweet lab has moderate hip dysplasia and shows some discomfort in climbing stairs. He’s 9 years old. Unfortunately, I booked a 3rd floor vacation rental (6 total flights) for us without realizing there was no elevator... Can’t get a refund. Any advice on how to make it easier on my baby? He’s got scripts for Carprofen and Gabapentin. He’s lean- 75 lbs (down from 92). I’ve purchased a ginger-lead, but haven’t trained much with it yet. I’m super worried! Any advice is appreciated.
Hi @Jenni Welcome to the forum In no particular order 1. Book your dog into a kennel while you go on the trip. 2. Find a strong dog walker to carry him up and down the stairs. 3. Use a towel under his flank to help support him. 4. Offer owners to pay extra for ground floor dwelling My preference is for 1.
