My newly adopted dog is limping after a long walk. Is he sore?

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My newly adopted 8year old Great Pyrenees/retriever is limping. Started after a long hike I’m a conservation area. 5km maybe. Longest walk we have been on together. Not sure how active he was before we got him. No apparent issues with his pads. Could he just be sore? Pet's info: Dog | Great Pyrenees | Male | neutered | 8 years and 7 months old | 110 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It could be Chance overdid it on his walk. I recommend resting him for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take him out to toilet on a leash, and bring him right back in when he's done. If he still appears painful after this time, then I would take him into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. He may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given.

My newly adopted dog is limping after a long walk. Is he sore?

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