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Inspired by Loui's journey

Clearer next steps for dogs with IVDD

When everything else feels terrifying, every step matters.

Urgent signs: what to do nowFind an IVDD Specialist

START WHERE YOU ARE

What do you need help with today?

Choose the route that best matches what is happening right now.

!URGENT SIGNSI think my dog may have IVDDWarning signs and calm first steps→ ?UNDERSTANDI’m learning about IVDDSymptoms, diagnosis and treatment→ ⌖FIND CAREI need a specialistWe’ll route you to the right directory→ ♡RECOVERYI’m managing recoveryCrate rest, rehab and daily care→

YOUR IVDD ROADMAP

Not sure where to begin? Follow the journey.

Aubenord is organised around the questions owners tend to face, from the first worrying change through recovery and life beyond diagnosis.

01SOMETHING FEELS WRONGRecognise urgent signsPain, weakness, wobbling or sudden loss of movement. 02UNDERSTANDWhat may be happeningIVDD basics, symptoms, MRI and diagnosis. 03FIND CAREFind the right specialistNeurology, referral and spinal care by location. 04FIRST DAYSMake home care saferCrate rest, handling and practical first-day support. 05RECOVERYBuild recoveryRehab, bladder care, mobility and adapting home life. 06LIFE BEYONDLive well with IVDDUseful resources, routines, equipment and long-term support.
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BREED GUIDES

IVDD risk looks different across breeds

Some breeds have a recognised predisposition to disc disease. Breed awareness can help you recognise meaningful changes sooner, but it cannot diagnose IVDD or predict an individual dog’s outcome.

DACHSHUNDDachshund IVDD

Recognised breed risk, warning signs, diagnosis and recovery.

Read guide →FRENCH BULLDOGFrench Bulldog IVDD

Risk, symptoms, treatment decisions and practical recovery support.

Read guide →CORGICorgi IVDD

Back-leg warning signs, recognised risk and safer next steps.

Read guide →SHIH TZUShih Tzu IVDD

Breed predisposition, symptoms and what owners should know.

Read guide →
View all IVDD breed guides →If your dog is showing sudden pain, weakness, dragging or loss of walking, go to Emergency Signs rather than waiting on breed research.
French Bulldog Louie wearing a red raincoat, representing hope and support for dogs affected by IVDD.

The reason Aubenord exists.

Aubenord was created after our own experience with Loui and IVDD. We know how overwhelming and frightening the journey can feel. Our aim is to make carefully researched information, specialist support and practical resources easier to find — so you can focus on what matters most: your dog.

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Useful next steps

Emergency Signs

Know which changes need urgent veterinary attention.

Read Guide →
A small black French bulldog wearing a black harness and gray plaid pants, standing on a leafy park pavement.

Crate Rest Guide

Practical guidance for restricted movement and safer home care.

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Recommended Products

Country-specific practical products for rest, handling, home safety and recovery.

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Louie enjoying Battersea Park before his IVDD journey