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My dog is in pain and limping. Can rest help until the vet opens?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | West Highland White Terrier | Female | 9 years and 5 months old | 8 lbs

Hi thanks for answering ,do you think she will be ok with some rest as the vets are closed at my time zone Many thanks jess

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 15th, 2016

I think resting her is a good idea, don't let Lucy jump on and off anything, no running, take her out to toilet on a lead only and bring her right back in when she's done. If you have a crate, I would confine her in that for the night. Then if she is still non-weight bearing and in pain in the morning (including limping), I would take her into the vet in the morning.

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