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My senior dog's leg is swollen again. What serious issues could it be?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Male | unneutered | 16 years and 9 months old

Leg was swollen 3 weeks ago now it is swollen again

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on November 24th, 2016

Many reason could cause a swollen leg, at his age I would look into some serious possibilities such as heart failure, diabetes and cancer. I recommend taking Bullet to the vet sooner rather than later in order to get it checked.

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