My Frenchie limps but shows no pain. Is it a hip or knee issue?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | French Bulldog | Female | unspayed | 21 lbs
My Frenchie is limping on one of her back legs. I think there is a slight scratch/scab, but she shows no signs of discomfort whenever we run or if I tough her paw. Could it be something with her hip or knee joint?
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Published on April 13th, 2018
It is certainly possible that Florence has an injury to her knee or hip. It is very common for dogs to limp at a walk (or hold the leg up when standing), but put it down while running. It does not mean that the leg is not painful. I would recommend having your veterinarian examine Florence to see if they can determine the source of the problem. Certainly they may recommend x-rays as well. If there is a soft tissue injury, they will be able to prescribe appropriate pain medication and treatment. And if there is something more serious, you certainly want to deal with it before it becomes worse. In the meantime, I would recommend keeping her as quiet as possible and not allowing her to run since that might injure the leg more. Good luck! I hope that was helpful. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
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Published on August 2nd, 2019
Hi! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Lameness can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. This appears to have been due to the trauma she suffered recently. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian so that this can be further assessed which will likely include radiographs. Treatment will be dependent on findings though at the very least pain control medications can be prescribed. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!
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Hi! Thanks for entrusting us with Atlow’s care today! Lameness can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian so that this can be further assessed which will likely include radiographs. Treatment will be dependent on findings though at the very least pain control medications can be prescribed. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!
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Published on January 25th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Part of it is that it is harder to appreciate a lameness when a pet is running so that may be part of it. Lameness can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian so that this can be further assessed which will likely include radiographs. Treatment will be dependent on findings though at the very least pain control medications can be prescribed. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!
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