My dog is limping after jumping out of the car. How can I help?

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Our beagle, 5 years old developed a limp this afternoon. The dog walker said he was fine during the walk but perhaps had sprained it when he jumped out of the car. Is there anything we can do perhaps ease the pain? He's not whining or growling when I feel around the area and there is no obvious swelling. Pet's info: Dog | Beagle | Male | neutered | 5 years and 2 months old | 20 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

No there is not really any medication we can recommend you give Didier without having examined him. Also, many over the counter medications are not safe to give and it is difficult to get the correct dosing for a small dog. I suggest you just rest him strictly for the next 7 days. Leash walk to go outside to use the toilet only then right back inside. No running, jumping or playing. No stairs if that can be helped. If no improvement within that week or if he gets worse then you should get him to your vet for an exam. If he does seem better after a week then you can go back to GRADUALLY increasing his exercise over the next couple of weeks. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

My dog is limping after jumping out of the car. How can I help?

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