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Pomeranian hit by car: Fractured pelvis, heal naturally or surgery?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pomeranian | Male | neutered | 11 lbs

Pomeranian was injured, maybe hit by a car, my grandma was walking him and she didn't describe the accident in great detail. Vet says he should go to hospital but i researched and some people say that even with a fractured pelvis, dogs can heal it naturally but i'm not sure if my dog's injury is that severe since surgery costs a ton. Need advice on whether my dog (11lb pomeranian) can heal naturally or if i should take him to hospital for surgery. X ray pic attached showing his right pelvis.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 14th, 2018

Unfortunately the x-rays isn't attached to this question, so I can't fully answer your question. Typically, however, I will agree with the vet's assessment because they are the one who can see Floofer in person and make the best and most accurate assessment. Since a fracture pelvis can heal naturally, a vet will recommend trying that if they feel it's a viable treatment option. In this case, if the vet is recommended surgery, then likely a natural healing is not possible. Leaving it without surgery in this case could cause the pelvis to heal incorrectly, it may not be possible depending on the severity and place of the fracture in the pelvis (certain fractures in the pelvis cannot heal naturally and require surgery), and/or leaving it to heal naturally could cause damage to the nerves affecting his ability to walk correctly. If you'd like me or another expert to see the x-ray, please feel free to post again with the x-ray attached. Otherwise, you can take Floofer to see another vet for a second opinion. I hope this helps!

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