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My dog limps after jumping a baby gate. When should I worry about it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 11 lbs

My dog tried jumping a baby gate and is now limping on her front right paw

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Answered By Jeffrey Milner

Veterinarian

Published on June 9th, 2017

It sounds like Layla either simply strained something, or caused a more serious injury in her attempted hurdle. Seeing as this just happened pretty recently, I would give it a day or so before going off to the vet. She might just shake it off in a few hours and she'll be like brand new again. If the limping persists or it gets worse, definitely take her in to have her examined and possibly x-rayed for damages.

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