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My puppy has a broken leg. Will it heal or need amputation?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

There is am 3 months puppy whose leg bone got fracture after hitting by motor bike I am also attaching photo of his leg it's been 3 days now and tomorrow I am going to take him to some NGO here but I am worried whether his leg will be ok or we need to amputate pls reply as I dont know what to do in case of dogs leg fracture and what its treatment ?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on April 1st, 2019

This is a medical emergency, and this puppy needs to see a vet now. This will be extremely painful for him, and he needs pain medications right away. Do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. He also needs x-rays to determine how bad the fracture is, and if surgery is an option to repair it. If the fracture is really bad, amputation may be needed, but only a vet can decide that. Please take him into a vet immediately.

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