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My puppy is limping and not using her back leg. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 23 days old | 4 lbs

Hi, I have a 4 months puppy and tonight all of sudden started limping with her hind left leg. She slept all day (but that it’s not too strange) even though I felt she was calmer than usual. Then we played a little and she seemed fine, she was running and walking properly. Now all of sudden I noticed that she doesn’t put any weight on her hind left leg. Should I be worried? Thanks in advance

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 20th, 2020

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

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