Why is my dog limping on his rear leg after I stepped on his paw?

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Hi my yellow lab woke up today limping on his rear hind leg. We went for a 5 mile walk (not at once split into 2). The only thing I can think of is on the second walk I accidentally stepped on the paw in which he is limping on today trying to restrain him from getting to close to another dog. He was fine last night and this morning he woke up limping. He is eating normal and when i gently pulled on the leg he was fine with it along with touching that paw. I am hoping it is just soreness. Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 3 years and 7 months old

Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is hard to say without examining Chance what may be the cause of his limping but I can offer a few possibilities and next steps. It may be he fractured his paw (from the accidental stepping), he may have an ACL tear or another ligament injury. I would recommend placing an ice pack on the leg ( be sure the pack is in between a towel) for 15 mins three times daily until Chance can see a veterinarian. He may need an x-ray to rule out a fracture or ligament tear. He may need anti-inflammtory medications to help decrease inflammation and pain associated with the injury. I would recommend getting Chance seen by a veterinarian today or tomorrow. Thanks for posting and best of luck to you and Chance!

Why is my dog limping on his rear leg after I stepped on his paw?

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