My dog is holding her paw up after being stepped on. Sprain or break?

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My large dog stepped on my smaller dog this morning, and she’s been holding her paw up all day whereas she would normally sit it down. The only time she squealed was when I gently squeezed the lower part of her back leg, right before her paw starts. She will occasionally put weight on it, and doesn’t mind to sit or lay on the affected side. I was just wondering if it was a break or a sprain. She’s going to be 8 in April and she is a min pin and Italian greyhound mix. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 7 years and 9 months old | 12 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Callie! It sounds like she was injured when your larger dog stepped on her, and she's in pain if she is holding her paw up all day. I would avoid touching it for now since she clearly doesn't like it. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a lead only, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Good luck, I hope this helps!

My dog is holding her paw up after being stepped on. Sprain or break?

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