My dog cried when I petted him. What should I do until I see a vet?

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Hi! I'm looking for a bit of help. It was cold outside so I let my dog inside, but when I went to pet him he let out a cry. I'm assuming arthritis? My car is broken and I don't have a vet in town. Any suggestions on what I should do until I can get him to a vet's office? Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 6 years and 10 months old | 70 lbs

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

It could be arthritis but it could also be a soft tissue injury or something else entirely. I can't really say much just based on one yelp. Where on his body were you touching when he yelped? His head? Could be an ear problem. His neck or back? Could be a soft tissue injury or arthritis. I don't suggest you do anything but keep him calm, warm and comfortable. Minimize activity so he doesn't continue to aggravate the situation and just get him to the vet when you can especially if he continues to cry out like he is in pain. Over the counter medications are really not recommended and can cause more problems if you don't know what you are treating.

My dog cried when I petted him. What should I do until I see a vet?

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