{"product_id":"ivdd-in-dogs-robe-9798261815396","title":"IVDD in Dogs: Intervertebral Disc Disease Explained - A Clear, Compassionate Owner's Guide to Diagnosis, Crate Rest, Surgery Decisions, Rehab, and Lon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen your dog suddenly yelps, stiffens, or can't use their back legs the way they normally do, it feels like the ground drops out from under you. In that moment you don't need internet chaos. You need clarity, calm steps, and a plan you can trust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) is one of the most misunderstood conditions dog owners face. This guide explains what's happening inside the spine in plain, compassionate language-without watering down the medical truth-so you can understand your veterinarian, make confident decisions, and protect your dog during recovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll learn how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand IVDD clearly, including what a \"slipped disc\" really means and why nerve pain behaves differently than muscle pain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecognize red flags and know when it's an emergency versus when careful monitoring is appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose between conservative care and surgery with realistic expectations, not fear-based guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo crate rest the right way and avoid the small handling mistakes that cause setbacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNavigate pain management safely, including the key differences between NSAIDs and steroids and why switching improperly can be dangerous.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle bladder and bowel changes with practical troubleshooting and clear \"call the vet\" thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRebuild strength with safer rehab and everyday routines that protect the spine long-term.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet up your home, your harness, your lifting technique, and your daily habits so your dog can move through life with less risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book does not replace veterinary care. It helps you understand it, follow it, and advocate for your dog with confidence-especially when you're scared, tired, and just trying to do the right thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you want a clear, practical roadmap from first symptoms to long-term mobility, IVDD in Dogs is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Robe\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Robe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798261815396\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/17\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 122\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.38lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.26d","brand":"Robe","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48440650367231,"sku":"9798261815396","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_8aa57778-a487-4d88-9a40-babdefd567bc.jpg?v=1777183880","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/ivdd-in-dogs-robe-9798261815396","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}