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My dog with hip dysplasia has new pain. When should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | 3 years and 3 months old

Trick is stepping short in his right hind he also is only cocking his left leg he is tender around area in front of leg his stifle area and top of hip he does have hip displeysia and has lumber sacriol issues could he have pulled or strained something and he gets daily metacam I have tramal but his got upset tummy from it I think as he got the runs Saturday will rest him but how long should I wait to see a vet or should I just try upping meds and hope he is OK soon

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Answered By Mara Howard, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 17th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I'm sorry to hear Trick is uncomfortable. If his stifle is swollen or tender we would be concerned about an ACL injury, a sprain or muscle pull, or another ligament injury. If his hip is uncomfortable he could also have aggravated a congenital dysplasia issue, or pulled a muscle or ligament. If it does not improve or worsens after 24-48hours of rest, I would recommend he be evaluated by his regular veterinarian to determine the underlying cause for his discomfort. I would touch base with your regular veterinarian before altering his medications. Good luck!

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    Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on September 19th, 2017

    Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. It is possible that trick has sustained a soft tissue injury such as a strain or a sprain. These types of injuries can take more than just a couple of days to heal and even months to fully resolved. If you haven't already, I would suggest having trick examined by a veterinarian to ensure there are no joint instabilities such as an ACL tear or other ligament or tendon injury. Your vet can also check for any broken bones that trick may have sustained. I would suggest and getting trick x-rayed to rule out trauma to the Bone as well. If trick is not on any pain medications, your veterinarian can also prescribe these to keep trick comfortable and reduce inflammation. I hope this helps! Please feel free to contact me with any other questions that you may have. I am also available by phone or text Katt station if needed

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