# Weiner dog owners, can we talk? **URL:** \ **Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share\ **Created:** [March 17, 2017, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371 "2017-03-17T01:54:43Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 6
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 9, 2017, 11:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/101 "2017-04-09T23:14:18Z")
nathan is not in as much pain, I can stroke down his back and he doesn’t yelp. But his back legs are still weak, although he can walk almost normally down the hall to the puppy pads. But he has missed the pads a few times and I don’t know why. Nathan eats readily and has plaenty to drink. But the vet’s office says he’s still not to go outside and walk around, even on the leash, he’s still supposed to be kept fairly quiet. He’s happy to see me when I come home. I just wish he could sleep on the bed with me, like he did before. Thanks for being concerned!🙂 ---
**Author:** ![Siam\_Sam](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/d78d45/32.png) [@Siam\_Sam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Siam_Sam)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2017, 2:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/102 "2017-04-10T02:38:14Z")
> [@Baker](#): > > But his back legs are still weak, although he can walk almost normally down the hall to the puppy pads. But he has missed the pads a few times and I don’t know why. Revenge? ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2017, 10:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/103 "2017-04-10T10:28:45Z")
I suppose.😃 But Nathan has always been such a sweet dog, proving dogs and owners aren’t always alike! ---
**Author:** ![peedin](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/peedin/32/14095_2.png) [@peedin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/peedin)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2017, 7:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/104 "2017-04-10T19:24:07Z")
Can you bring Nathan into bed and make sure he doesn’t jump down? ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2017, 10:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/105 "2017-04-10T22:35:01Z")
I was wondering the same thing. Is the main reason he’s not allowed on the bed the jumping? Can you have him up there for sleeping and block him from jumping or keep him on a leash or ?? I bet you’d both be happier. ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 10, 2017, 10:59pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/106 "2017-04-10T22:59:00Z")
> [@Sunny\_Daze](#): > > I was wondering the same thing. Is the main reason he’s not allowed on the bed the jumping? Can you have him up there for sleeping and block him from jumping or keep him on a leash or ?? I bet you’d both be happier. I wish I could but there’s no way to hook up a leash.☹ What I might do is lay down just to read, and have him with me on the bed for that time. I think Nathan would like that. ---
**Author:** ![Deanna\_D](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/e495f1/32.png) [@Deanna\_D](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deanna_D)\ **Post date:** [April 11, 2017, 1:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/107 "2017-04-11T01:19:46Z")
I’ve been following this thread, since it hits close to home for me. My Dachshund dealt with spine issues, and it was just heartbreaking to see him go through all that. I’m glad Nathan is getting better, and I’m looking forward to reading the update when he’s completely over this! I had to deal with the jumping on the bed issue with my Beagle, after Molly suffered a neck injury. It’s apparently her undeniable right to sleep on Mommy’s bed, so that way I won’t miss a minute of her very loud snoring. I tried pet steps, but she didn’t take to those at all. I eventually found a pet ramp, which now resides at the foot of my bed, which she had no problem adapting to. Once Nathan is all better, maybe a ramp would be the thing for him. ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 11, 2017, 2:19am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/108 "2017-04-11T02:19:56Z")
I’m considering a ramp. I tried to get Nathan to use the steps, and like your Molly he hasn’t taken to them. ---
**Author:** ![carnivorousplant](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/carnivorousplant/32/3563_2.png) [@carnivorousplant](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/carnivorousplant)\ **Post date:** [April 11, 2017, 10:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/109 "2017-04-11T10:33:23Z")
How about a crate or pet carrier on the bed? ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 11, 2017, 8:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/110 "2017-04-11T20:04:05Z")
> [@carnivorousplant](#): > > How about a crate or pet carrier on the bed? I have his cage, I suppose I could lie b eside it. ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 14, 2017, 11:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/111 "2017-04-14T23:37:40Z")
I’m taking Nathan to the vet on Monday. His back legs are getting weaker, sometimes he drags himself and can’t hardly hold himself in position to defecate. Although he doesn’t seem to be in a lot of pain he can’t get around. I have him on cage rest, no more random moving, and hope that helps Please, I know this is a holiday and people are busy, but if you have time to send up a prayer or good thoughts, Nathan needs them. I’m really worried for my beloved dog. ---
**Author:** ![Sunny\_Daze](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/sunny_daze/32/438_2.png) [@Sunny\_Daze](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunny_Daze)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 12:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/112 "2017-04-15T00:13:40Z")
{{{Hugs}}} to you both. ---
**Author:** ![Deanna\_D](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/e495f1/32.png) [@Deanna\_D](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Deanna_D)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 12:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/113 "2017-04-15T00:16:28Z")
Good thoughts coming Nathan’s way. Keep your little guy as still as possible until you can get him to the vet. That will definitely help, although I know how hard it is to actually accomplish that. My Dachshund was a bundle of energy, even when he was hurting. I’ve mentioned earlier that I went through this with my fur baby, and learned a lot about disc issues in dogs. I don’t want to hijack your thread with my own story, but feel free to PM me if you have any questions about my own experience. ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 2:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/114 "2017-04-15T02:27:06Z")
**Deanna D** , please feel free to talk about your dog in this thread, because other folks might see it as well and get info they need. I started this thread not just to be about Nathan, but to learn about how other dog owners, wiener dog owners in particular, have handled their health issues. And if anyone has any funny dachshund stories or videos, I like fun stuff too. This one is so funny, set to the running music from “Chariots of Fire” [![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/_XIv5ly-boI/maxresdefault.jpg "Grand Island Platt-Duetsche Running of the Wieners - Special Olympics!") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_XIv5ly-boI) This one shows a runner whose back legs are paralyzed, with a set of wheels strapped on. ---
**Author:** ![Aspenglow](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/aspenglow/32/76_2.png) [@Aspenglow](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Aspenglow)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 2:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/115 "2017-04-15T02:58:54Z")
All possible good thoughts coming your and Nathan’s way. I hope your vet has some good options for Nathan and that the two of you will be goofing around in some lively fashion soon. Lewis is sending good thoughts, too. ---
**Author:** ![Siam\_Sam](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/d78d45/32.png) [@Siam\_Sam](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Siam_Sam)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 4:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/116 "2017-04-15T04:57:34Z")
Good thoughts from Hawaii to Nathan and **Baker** both. ---
**Author:** ![missred](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/missred/32/14096_2.png) [@missred](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/missred)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 4:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/117 "2017-04-15T16:00:41Z")
Skritches to Nathan! ---
**Author:** ![ZipperJJ](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/zipperjj/32/211_2.png) [@ZipperJJ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ZipperJJ)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 5:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/118 "2017-04-15T17:56:24Z")
Me and the Bumpuses are sending good vibes your way! ---
**Author:** ![Gatopescado](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/gatopescado/32/5711_2.png) [@Gatopescado](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gatopescado)\ **Post date:** [April 15, 2017, 6:46pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/119 "2017-04-15T18:46:49Z")
The Coterie of Long Low Mouse Killers forward their sincerest regards to Nathan. ---
**Author:** ![Baker](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/bb73d2/32.png) [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Post date:** [April 17, 2017, 10:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371/120 "2017-04-17T22:29:29Z")
I had a long discussion about options with the vet this afternoon. Nathan’s prognosis is not good, and both physically and financially I can’t handle sending him to theKansas State Vet school for treatment, and even if I could there is no assurance he would have a complete recovery. The vet says it is my decision on what to do. I feel like I’m punching a hole in my heart but tomorrow I’m having Nathan sent over the Rainbow Bridge. If anyone thinks saying it like that is silly, then they can deal with it. I’ve also made arrangements to have his body picked up and taken for private cremation. When that is over, and when my mother is settled in physical rehab(she just broke her arm last night) then I’l make arrangements go have Nathan interred at a local pet cemetery. I have human relatives at the same place even. Nathan has been my “life pet” the most special ever. I only hope he forgives me for sending him on so quickly. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371.md?page=5) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/weiner-dog-owners-can-we-talk/782371.md?page=7)