Why is my dog suddenly limping on a back leg but seems fine?

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Why doesn't our yorkie poo put any pressure on one of his back legs all of a sudden? We checked his whole leg amd paw and it seems normal. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 6 years and 6 months old | 9 lbs

Dr. Heidi DVM, CVA, CCRT, CVTP, CVSMT, CVCH · Accepted Answer

There are a number of reasons that a dog will not put weight on a leg suddenly. They can range from a back problem, to a soft tissue injury like an injured knee, to a problem in the bones and joints, or even a problem in the paws or nails. The only way to determine the problem is to have your veterinarian perform an examination and possibly take x-rays. Some conditions are mild and will resolve with rest and pain medication, but some will require more extensive treatment. I would recommend keeping Delilah rested (no running or jumping) until you can have your veterinarian examine her to determine what is causing the problem and decide how to treat it. Good luck! I hope Delilah feels better soon. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Why is my dog suddenly limping on a back leg but seems fine?

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