My dog hit her head hard. What symptoms should I watch for and when to see a vet?

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I have a pitbull mix with a lab, she turned around real fast and hit her head pretty hard. She’s acting normal. She ate treat. I difnt feel anything abnormal on her head. What should I watch for. And should I take her to the vet in the morning. She got spooked and turned to fast around the corner. She’s drinking. And walking fine. I’m just worried. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 3 years old | 73 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am sorry to hear about Thumps!!! It sounds like she is likely fine but you can watch for changes in mentation such as her acting drunken/unable to stand/walk straight, lethargy, vomiting, change in pupil size (i.e. if one pupil is larger than the other or if the pupils look extremly large or tiny), crying or whining as if in pain, and bruising or swelling. If you notice any of these, a vet visit is recommended, but most of these cases do just fine!

My dog hit her head hard. What symptoms should I watch for and when to see a vet?

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