Re: New to the forum - 14 y/o Old English Sheep Dog Recently Diagnosed
Hello and welcome from me too. Tramadol, Carprofen and Gabapentin are all types of pain meds. Maybe ask the vet if they can't get that weaned down to one pain med? Tramadol, which might make her more lethargic would probably be my first thought, as it is easier on the liver than carprofen (rimadyl). Gabapentin I believe focuses more of possible neurological pain. (like spine injuries, etc)
It takes awhile for symptoms like hind leg weakness to correct, and there are no guarantees that it will. Do you have a dog therapy option near you? I'm thinking water excercises which is gentle on the joints for strengthening.
Sharlene and the late great diva - Molly muffin (always missed and never forgotten)