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My dog's limping after foot slammed in door. When to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | 6 years and 10 months old | 10 lbs

I accidentally slammed my dogs back foot in my door. She cried and is limping. It’s about a hour later still looming not crying she doesn’t flinch when I touch it doesn’t cry it’s not swollen or look broken . What do I do? How long should I watch her for? She has a couple of scrapes on the back of her heal .

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on September 25th, 2019

I would monitor Bella and if the area begins to swell, she starts limping again, or she seems painful, bring her to a vet right away. Broken toes may have minimal swelling or pain but still might need care from your veterinarian depending on the injury. Keeping any scrapes clean and dry to prevent infection is also a good idea.

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