My dog is crying, scratching, and not walking. Is she in pain?

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hello, my dog was scratching herself and started crying. in all her life i have never heard her cry. then she was sad for a couple of hours, then every seemed ok... she didn´t want to walk outside(yesterday) today she was ok. but a while ago she was going to get up and she made a really small cry. Pet's info: Dog | Chow Chow | Female | spayed | 10 years and 8 months old | 50 lbs

Dr. Leigh, DVM · Accepted Answer

It sounds like she is having some pain so she should be examined by a vet. Your vet can do a physical examination to localize the pain and then determine the best way to treat. She may need an anti-inflammatory and pain medication to help.

My dog is crying, scratching, and not walking. Is she in pain?

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