German Shepherd puppy limping on back leg, but no pain. What's wrong?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 10 months and 14 days old | 60 lbs
My 10 month old female German shepherd has been limping on her back right leg for 4 days now. She puts weight on it sometimes, other times she holds it up. I have thoroughly examined her entire foot, leg and hip, she doesn't seem to be in pain at all. Im thinking she tore a muscle horsing around with my rottweiler outside...what could this be?
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Published on February 23rd, 2017
There are many possible reasons but especially in German shepherds, hip dysplasia would be a serious concern, especially if she is reluctant to jump up or stretch. Most muscle injuries would be expected to be improving over 3-4days and xrays would be advisable if not settling
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Published on August 19th, 2018
Since this condition apparently is congenital, it will not go away by itself or with medication. You may want to see a veterinary orthopedic specialist for an exam. He will be able to tell you if there is a way to correct this either by surgery or bandaging or other methods.
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