My dog is limping after stickers, but no wound. Does he need a vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 50 lbs
Bear went outside and came back in limping I found stickers between his toes. I used tweezers pulled them all. There is no swelling or puncture holes no open wounds and I see no embedded stickers. He's still limping and licking the paw but not whining or acting in pain. She I watch him and see or try to find a vet I can afford to take him in
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Published on August 21st, 2017
Hi there. Ouch! Poor Bear! If Bear is still limping in the morning, I would recommend taking him in to see the vet. It could be that he has more going on than meets the eye. If the residual soreness from the stickers wears odd and he is still limping-there's a chance he's injured himself outside. Anything from a broken toe to a broke nail to a sting or a bite is possible outside. Your vet will be able to prescribe him pain medication as well if he remains painful, which he will be very thankful for. I would try to keep him quiet and resting tonight-if he begins to act much more painful or you see signs of a reaction-best to take him in tonight. I hope he feels better soon!
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Published on December 29th, 2017
Poor Bear! It sounds like he had a blast! Chances are he just sprained his leg or ran a little too hard. The best thing you can do tonight is to confine him and force him to rest. I would only allow him to go outside on a leash. Also, I do not recommend giving him any pain meds as most of these are toxic to dogs. Your vet will be able to send home some pain meds to make him feel better and be safe for him to take. I hope this helps!
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