Recognizing Back Pain and Dysfunction in Dogs with Dr. David Lane

How often is back pain recognized in dogs, and what influences whether veterinarians identify it?

In the premiere episode of All Creatures, All Questions, Dr. Kevin Haussler speaks with canine sports-medicine specialist Dr. David Lane (Points East West Veterinary Services) about the challenges of detecting back pain and axial dysfunction in canine patients.

Drawing on their clinical experience and newly published collaborative research, they explore how professional training and examination techniques can influence the recognition of back pain, the signs clinicians may encounter, including lameness and reduced performance, and why standardized assessment methods and further objective research are needed.

A practical, thought-provoking conversation for veterinarians, rehabilitation professionals, students and anyone interested in canine musculoskeletal health.

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Link to open-access article:

Factors affecting veterinary perception of the prevalence of back pain and dysfunction in dogs and horses

Frontiers in Veterinary Science, 2026

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