Why is my dog groggy and not walking after surgery with no cast?

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My dog had surgery frday 11am on his front right arm. It was broken due to pelic gun. I picked him up Saturday and he still a little groggy and can’t get up and walk to use to the restroom. He wants to get up and walk but can’t. Why didn’t they put a cast on his surgery arm.”? They gave me two pills to give him. A bacteria infection pill and a pain pill. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | 4 years old

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Casts or bandages are rarely placed after most orthopedic or soft tissue surgeries. Depending upon the procedure performed, Diesel may need to rest to allow his wound to heal, so perhaps he shouldn’t be weight bearing yet. It is also possible that he is still painful despite the prescribed pain medication, or may be experiencing excessive sedation from the pain medication, depending on which medication he was given. At this point, I recommend calling your vet to discuss if any modifications should be made in Diesel’s medication doses or if he should be examined by your vet. I hope he feels better soon!

Why is my dog groggy and not walking after surgery with no cast?

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