Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Female | 1 month and 28 days old | 2 lbs
I just got my new puppy on the 25th and she is randomly started limping and falls everytime she puts preasure on her front right paw. I searched how to examine the law and see if anything was hurt and when i stroke up and down the leg she doesnt seem to have any pain nor when i apply pressure around the leg. Is this normal for miniature dachshund puppies or could her leg be hurt?
1 Answer
Published on November 27th, 2018
Hi ! If she is limping when using the leg, something is hurting. No, it is not normal for any dogs or Dachshund puppies to be limping and stumbling. I would keep her rested for a couple of days, avoiding playing and see if it eases off or not. If it doesn’t, or if it seems to get worse over the next couple of days, definitely have her checked over. Hope Madeline is better soon, thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach !
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