My Staffy puppy is limping on her back leg after jumping. What to do?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | American Staffordshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 6 days old
My staffy was jumping around and now she is limping on her back leg
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Most Helpful Answer
Published on April 18th, 2019
It sounds like Stella has hurt herself. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a leash, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. I hope this helps!
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Published on November 3rd, 2019
I recommend to have Iris examined by the veterinarian. Dogs are stoic and when they cry out in pain, it means the pain is significant. This pain could be related to the leg but the back/spine is more commonly the problem. I recommend to have her examined by the veterinarian to determine the source of pain for for medications. Iris should have strict exercise restriction (no walks, running, jumping, stairs) and crate rest would be best until she is examined by the veterinarian. You may lightly massage her lower back and hips and apply a warm (not hot) compress. I hope she starts feeling better quickly and please feel free to post any additional questions.
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Published on May 10th, 2017
Poor Marley! It could be that she strained or tore a ligament in her hind legs jumping off the couch. She could also be experiencing pain in her hips or back. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a lead only, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.
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Published on February 23rd, 2020
It sounds like Cookie may be in pain. I recommend resting here for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a leash, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.
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