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My dog is limping, won't eat, and isn't acting like himself. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 3 months old

I have a 1 year old German shepherd who is limping with his back leg he won't put it on the ground and lifts it up when walking he is also refusing to eat and isn't acting like himself

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on June 9th, 2018

If it just started you can let Bruno rest for a few days with minimal walking and minimal physical exercise, if it does not improve within 3-4 days you will have to take him to the vet in order to get it checked and treated, he might need pain killers for a few days. if the vet think it's something more serious such as a fracture, joint injury or foreign body, he might recommend to have an xray done as well.

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