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My dog was hit by another dog. She seems fine, should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Poodle | Female | spayed | 5 months and 26 days old | 36 lbs

My 6 months old standard poodle pup Coco, 28lbs, was playing with another 40lbs dog. That dog ran towards my pup from far distance really fast and hit Coco on her side. (Chest, left lung area) and there was a loud sound for the “collision”, Coco didn’t cry, and she seems normal, eat normal, play normal and sleep normal after 20 hours of that accident. Should I be concerned and take her in to check her side ribs or lung? I am a first time dog owner, I am very worried. Thank you so much.

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on August 6th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! If Coco is otherwise normal and there is no indication she is experiencing any pain, no real need to rush off to the veterinarian. However, if you notice she is tender or painful to the touch on the side of the collision, is experiencing breathing abnormalities, becomes lethargic or has a sudden decrease in appetite, I would recommend bringing her in to see her veterinarian for an exam and perhaps x-rays. I hope this helps!

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    Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

    Veterinarian

    Published on August 6th, 2018

    Poor Coco! Given that she seems normal, is eating and playing normally, and is sleeping normally, I don't think a vet visit is required. You would have seen changes in her behavior from the normal if she was injured. I hope this helps alleviate your worries!

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