Why is my border collie limping, paw swollen, not eating or drinking?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Male | neutered | 9 years and 3 months old | 60 lbs
My border collie started limping yesterday, left front paw, he’s not injured to my knowledge. He was running around in the park lately which he doesn’t do often since I have a big backyard. His paw looks swollen but when I put pressure on it he doesn’t wince or anything & ive been stretching & bending his leg & he’s not making noises but he’s also very docile he would never bite me. He’s not eating unless I bring him little pieces of his food & not drinking unless I bring him water in a straw
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Published on April 20th, 2018
Please have him assessed for fever and pain by a vet as soon as possible. I would be concerned he may have cellulitis, an infection under the skin. Xrays may be recommended to rule out bone injury also given his refusal to walk
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Published on January 30th, 2018
Hi! Thanks for entrusting us with Frankie's care today! Lameness or limping can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. Sometimes pain can result in a decreased appetite. I recommend that you have him 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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