My dog is limping after a fall but seems okay. Should I call the vet?

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My dog was playing and I think he landed on the wrong spot. He was about to jump on the sofa, but missed, and his left paw landed on the side of the sofa and onto the floor. And now he is limping. He does not seem to be in pain- he doesn't flinch his paw when I touch it in different places, and he is not whimpering. He is reluctant to put weight on that paw and is now hiding under the bed. Should I let him rest or is this something that warrants a vet visit? Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Male | unneutered | 5 years and 5 months old | 37 lbs

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would give it a couple of hours if you are not seeing any swelling or obvious disfigurement. He may have just sprained, or strained something. You can ice the affected area for 15 minutes while you let him rest for the next two hours. If he is not using the leg at all after the two hours and/or it starts to swell, then I would be concerned about a fracture and recommend you take him to the vet within the next 24 hours. If he is limping the next day, then it would be worth scheduling a non-emergency vet appointment to get it checked and at-least get some pain medication prescribed. Minor injuries are often painful at first, but quickly get better in the next day or two. For now, you can continue the icing for 15 minutes 3-4 times a day until he gets better. Do not allow him to run or jump until he is back to normal, or advised by a veterinarian. I hope that helps and Tyson gets better soon.

My dog is limping after a fall but seems okay. Should I call the vet?

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