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My dog fell from a height and is limping. When should I see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 24 days old

my dog is limping after accidentally falling from a height of 2m

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on January 10th, 2019

If it just started you can let Tipu rest for a few days with minimal walking and minimal physical exercise, if it does not improve within 3-4 days you will have to take him to the vet in order to get it checked and treated, he might need pain killers for a few days. if the vet think it's something more serious such as a fracture, joint injury or foreign body, he might recommend to have an xray done as well.

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