Why is my dog limping, not using her leg, and losing balance?

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My dog started limping 2 days ago and she now won't put any weight on he leg and she now has a loss of balance. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 25 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

The two problems may be related or not. If they are, the underlying injury (soft tissue or bone tissue damage) is probably so severe to cause the loss of balance; in the the other case the loss of balance could be related to a dysfunction of the vestibular system (that part of the nervous system in charge of the balance). In both cases Sadie would require a physical examination to confirm these clinical suspicion and appropriate treatment. Radiographs may be needed. Please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Why is my dog limping, not using her leg, and losing balance?

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