Stacey Solomon’s dog Teddy became suddenly very ill in 2025 after a spinal problem left him paralysed in his back legs, and he now uses a dog wheelchair but is still alive and very loved by the family.

What actually happened to Teddy?

  • Around Easter 2025, Teddy, a rescue spaniel, suddenly lost the use of his back legs and was rushed to the vet.
  • Vets found he had a slipped disc in his back that was crushing his spinal cord, a condition that can be common in spaniels.
  • Stacey and Joe agreed to go ahead with risky spinal surgery even though they were told there was a high chance he might never walk again.

Teddy’s diagnosis and treatment

  • The spinal disc issue caused paralysis in Teddy’s back legs and serious weakness along his spine.
  • He had surgery and then a long recovery period that included strict cage rest, physiotherapy and intensive home care.
  • Stacey shared that vets warned he might never fully recover and that this “might be Teddy forever,” meaning long‑term disability.

How is Teddy now?

  • After months of treatment, Teddy did not regain the use of his back legs, and Stacey has confirmed he will never walk on them again.
  • He now gets around using a special dog wheelchair, which Stacey has described as giving him a “second chance” at life.
  • Stacey has said he is a happy dog, getting used to his wheels and still very much part of their family life at Pickle Cottage.

Emotional impact on Stacey and her family

  • The situation has been shown on her BBC show “Stacey and Joe,” where she broke down in tears over the fear he might not survive or come home.
  • She has talked about juggling work, multiple alarms for medications, bladder care, and physio while trying to give Teddy the best possible life.
  • On social media, she’s thanked fans for constantly asking after Teddy and for the messages of support during his surgery and recovery.

Latest news and context

  • As of mid–late 2025 updates, Teddy is stable, using his wheelchair, and being cared for at home by Stacey and Joe.
  • The story has been widely covered in UK entertainment news as a touching example of a family choosing to adapt their lives around a disabled pet rather than put him to sleep.

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