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Why is my dog crying and acting strange after stepping on something?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 110 lbs

The day before yesterday I think my dog may have stepped on something as we went to check who rang the doorbell once we opened the door he stepped back and let out a cry now he has been acting different and when he tries to bark he cries and i checked his paws and i havent seen anything in there Im not sure what the issue is.

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 13th, 2018

Hi there and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to address your concern. It is difficult to say for sure what the problem is since you are not able to find one particular area that is affected. I would recommend having a veterinarian examine Bo to see if something can be found on a physical examination and then go from there in regards to diagnostics and treatment options. You could also monitor him for 24 hours and if there is no improvement, then schedule an exam with a veterinarian. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns and I would be more than happy to help you further.

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