My puppy was hit by a car and can't stand. What should I do immediately?

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Hi, my 5 weeks old puppy has been hit by a vehicle. He is not standing on his hind legs. I have given him Brufen syrup and applied iodex on his affected legs. Should I continue with this treatment or try something else. What should I do. Please help. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 6 days old

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Fluffy! I am so sorry that Fluffy was hit by a car! I think it is important to get back, hip and pelvis X-rays to see if any bones are broken. If there are broken bones he may need surgery to fix them. If the spine is broken that is serious. If all the bones are fine then I would be worried about neurologic problems which sadly are more serious. Neurological problems may or may not get better and need a lot of time. Be sure he is urinating, eating and drinking. If not he should be hospitalized. Sort of hospitalizing and getting a diagnosis via X-rays there is not much else to do but provide supportive care, keep him clean and warm and give him pain medications as prescribed. I wish you and Fluffy the best!

My puppy was hit by a car and can't stand. What should I do immediately?

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