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My dog is limping and has a foot injury. Could it be glass?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | 2 years and 1 month old

My dog has injured his foot through neighbours at back throwing glass in garden. Hes only started hobbling but on viewing his poor seems like hes had it a while but ive only noticed because hes limpimg ive been cleaning it but really worried about him. Please could you give me some advice

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Answered By Lauren Kennedy, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 22nd, 2019

I am concerned that there may be a piece of glass embedded in your dog’s foot. I would recommend taking him in to your veterinarian to have the wound explored and thoroughly cleaned. He may also need antibiotics and pain medication as well. Your dog may need to be sedated to have the wound fully explored. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

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