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My dog limps and yelps when jumping. Why does his front leg hurt?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | neutered | 7 years and 2 months old | 50 lbs

Our border collie has a small limp and yelps when jumping on something but not when coming down. His front right leg. No visible marks or swelling. he seems depressed about it. Usually always happy only 7 years old. Thank you for your help

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 10th, 2017

Hi there! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This can happen from many reasons that go all the way from a muscle sprain to even cancer. I recommend that you have TJ evaluated by your veterinarian for further tests and assessment. Your veterinarian would be able to localize the pain and proceed with radiographs for example to look for any possible changes that could help rule out or in some of these conditions. Treatment would be based on findings but at the very least, your veterinarian could start TJ on medications for pain to make him feel better. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

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