Why is my 9-year-old dog screaming in pain and hiding after injury?

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PLease Help! I have a 9yr old minpin. He was on the couch with hubby and hubby moved (maybe leaned on him) and he woke up screaming in pain. He still goes potty and walks around but isn't himself kinda. I talked to my vet and she said baby aspirin for 7 days then call her. He had another really bad episode around 5 min ago. It woke up the whole house and now hes hiding behind the couch. Help!! Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Pinscher | Male | unneutered | 9 years and 1 month old | 13 lbs

Jessica Desrosiers · Accepted Answer

Poor Zeus! If he is that painful even with home treatment I would bring him into your vet now. It is possible there is an injury that requires stronger treatment or care such as a sprain, pinched nerve, muscle sprain, broken bone, etc, so a vet visit would be best to figure out the cause and help Zeus feel better. Until you can get to your vet, keeping him on kennel rest and on leashed potty breaks only can help minimize any further jostling or pain.

Why is my 9-year-old dog screaming in pain and hiding after injury?

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