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My dog jumped off couch and is limping. Is his leg broken or sprained?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Standard Schnauzer | Male | neutered | 2 years and 6 months old | 20 lbs

My dog jumped off the couch and is now limping. He wont put weight on his front left leg and when I squeeze between his paw and his first joint he cries. Is something broken or just sprained?

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Answered By Susan England-Foster

Veterinarian

Published on July 3rd, 2017

Poor Theo. Unfortunately I cannot tell you if he broke or sprained his wrist without an x-ray. I would recommend taking him to a veterinarian for an x-ray. Sometimes the bones do not feel broken but a hairline fracture exist and is only seen on x-ray. Please restrict his activity until he is seen.

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