My dog's leg is swollen, he can't walk. What can I give him?

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My dog can’t walk on his front right leg. It’s swollen on the upper part of leg. And I can’t feel a small lump. He helps when I touch it. Can’t get into my vet u til Thursday not sure why I can do and what’s safe to give him? Pet's info: Dog | Newfoundland | Male | neutered | 8 years and 1 month old | 120 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately there are no OTC medications you can give Covie, many human ones are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. He sounds extremely painful if he can't walk on his leg, and he cannot wait until Thursday to see a vet. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

My dog's leg is swollen, he can't walk. What can I give him?

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