My dog is limping badly and can't put weight on his leg. What's wrong?

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i have a mixed breed dog approx 90lbs. eats n drinks never had any health issues, today after he had breakfast, him n his sisters went outside and basically lounged around the pool. it was 83* today we live in phoenix az. when he went to come in for dinner, he got up limping, bad enough he cant put weight on it. this was at 5-5:30. now at 11:00 he couldn't get outside so i put him on his bed at the foot of mine. (he limped in there putting no weight on leg. ANY IDEAS??? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 9 years and 8 months old | 90 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Harley is so cute! It could be that he injured himself while outside, and he's clearly in pain at the moment. I recommend resting him for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take him out to toilet on a lead only, and bring him right back in when he's done. If he still appears painful after this time, then I would take him into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. He may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. If over the next 48 hours you are very concerned about his level of pain (i.e. he's still refusing to put any weight on his leg), it's absolutely fine to take him into a vet sooner. Good luck, I hope this helps!

My dog is limping badly and can't put weight on his leg. What's wrong?

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