My dog slipped on the floor and won't put weight on her hip or leg.

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My dog slipped on the wood floor and she won’t put weight on it at first she pulled it up but then after a little she straighted it out but still won’t be weight on it. She fell on more of her hip theigh area. I think she pulled a muscle or bruised her hip It’s her back leg. Pet's info: Dog | German Shorthaired Pointer | Female | spayed | 65 lbs

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

It could simply be that she has strained a muscle. However, ligaments can also easily be damaged and even fractures are a possibility. If she is completely non weightbearing then I would go to the vet just in case serious damage has been done. She will certainly benefit from some painkillers if nothing else.

My dog slipped on the floor and won't put weight on her hip or leg.

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