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My dog was hit by a car and has brain trauma. Will he be okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 years and 7 months old

Hi. My dog was bumped by a car was taken to the vet. But he as brain trauma and will he survive? He was sedated and given medication. She is worried.

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 30th, 2016

I am sorry to hear that your pet suffered such a traumatic event. Brain trauma is quite serious and the prognosis (chance of survival) of your pet can only be evaluated and determined by the vet who physically examined him unfortunately. We cannot make that determination, but we can tell you that brain trauma is crucial in the first 24-48 hrs and if his mental and neurological functions are still intact (once he is un-sedated) and if they can control any intracranial hemorrhage before it has permanent nerve damage, then prognosis is promising for a potential recovery. Keep Monster hospitalized and continue to inquire about your pets current condition so that you are informed on his progress every step of the way.

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