My dog yelps when I touch her front leg. Is it sprained or just sore?

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I’ve noticed my dog tends to yelp when I push her front right leg outwards and I’m not sure what is causing her pain, it happened recently on Monday when she was jumping on my 6 year old niece and I grabbed her right leg and she yelped.... She doesn’t limp or anything she still runs and tries to play and still applied pressure on the leg but it’s Tuesday now and I’m starting to wonder if it’s sprained or if it’s just sore, she doesn’t like when I grab it she will try and push herself away. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 5 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Indy. She may have overdone it, or could have strained something. 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.

My dog yelps when I touch her front leg. Is it sprained or just sore?

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