My dog is limping and not putting weight on his paw. What should I do?

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hi i have a small corgi x pomeranian dog and he hurt his paw im not sure how or when but he's been limping his front paw a lot and doesnt put weight on it except when he walks and even then he doesnt put much weight on it.. is there anything i could or should do for him? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 6 months and 13 days old | 9 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Check the leg carefully from the toes to the shoulder to see if there is a broken nail, something in his paw, any heat or swelling in a joint or a specific area of pain. If everything feels normal he may just have a mild injury or bruising that will heal with rest. Keep him confined and go out only to potty until he’s using the leg better. If you find something wrong and he’s not improving in a few hours to a day then a veterinary exam is indicated. They will do an exam and an X-ray if needed. They can then give pain medication and tell you a treatment plan. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Piggy.

My dog is limping and not putting weight on his paw. What should I do?

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