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My dog drags his leg after paw fracture. Is it healed properly?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 1 month old | 40 lbs

My dog his paw fractured and the doc treated it with a bandage for 14 days. Then he caught the distemper virus and now is left with muscle tics. He doesnt use his hind leg( the one with the fractured paw) does that automatically mean he didnt heal properly? Or is he afraid to out any weight on it? He gently places it in the floor when sitting or standing but when running will drag the leg....How do i help him?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 19th, 2020

It likely did not heal properly. You need to take him back to the vet for an x-ray. It is very sad to leave him like this. I'm sure he is in pain. He is too young to be left dragging that leg around. If you are worried about cost I suggest you try this clinic: https://www.affordableanimalhospitalwhittier.com/

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