Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

Why is my dog whimpering and licking his paw with no visible injury?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Male | neutered | 3 years and 1 month old

My dog whimpers and constantly licks his paw but I can't see anything

This question includes photos that may contain sensitive content. Click to view.

View more to consider that the photos may include sensitive content.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on September 16th, 2018

It sounds like rosco is in severe discomfort, please have him assessed and treated with pain medications as soon as possible. It is impossible for us to guess the nature of his injury from the information given

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored