Why is my 5-month-old puppy limping with no visible injury or pain?

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hi yes i have a 24 week old puppies that has started limping on left front leg, doesn't have any visible signs of being hit or bite. still eating and drinking good mot lethargic heart rate seems to be good after actually took his vitals tho and when touvhing the leg he gives off no reaction to it hurting. was wondering if you could give me any insight on what it could be. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 19 days old | 30 lbs

David Darvishian · Accepted Answer

Hi and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! So sorry to hear about Tank. Normally resting the leg is a good start but trying to rest puppies can be very challenging. You could confine him to a crate and not allow him to play with the others for a few days and see if the problem improves. Leash walks only also, no off leash activity and no playing. Possible reasons for the limp include some kind of trauma affecting the bone or soft tissues of the leg, a developmental problem, a nutritional problem, or an inflammatory/infectious problem. Injuries to the nails and foot pads can be very painful thus leading to limping. The best advice is after resting, if the problem continues, please see your veterinarian. A physical exam, orthopedic exam, and imaging studies (xrays) may be used to determine why Tank is limping. I hope Tank improves soon.

Why is my 5-month-old puppy limping with no visible injury or pain?

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