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my dog limps what should i do

My dog molly is a 7 year old border collie and she has been limping.She limps on her back leg and even though she looks like she is in pain when she was let outside she saw a deer and chased it all the way to the back of the fence.She hasnt been limping bad at all because she still runs around but she still limps so i wanted to know will she get better and should she be token to the vet.


Asked by molly on Jul 3rd 2009 Tagged limping in Other Health & Wellness
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Bella

Take her to the vet. If you were limping, would you sit around and ask what to do, or would you go to the doctor?


Bella answered on 7/3/09. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer


Zuma

Well, I Don't Know to much
bout this stuff, Sorry if im no help.
But I Would take her to the vet
To stay on the safe side
Cuz it could get a lot worse
So you should take her to a vet early on.

Good Luck!


Zuma answered on 7/3/09. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer


Dahlia

Taking her to the Vet is the most logical way to determine what's going on.

Failing that, then check pads to see if there is a cut or tear on them. This will manifest itself as a limp.

Sometimes dogs will pull a muscle, tendon, etc, just like humans do. The impact from running hard or jumping can tweak them. Move her leg joints gently, and see if there is any flinching when you move a certain one.

Try to limit the strenuous activity to prevent further aggravation to the injured part.

Having said all that, I still feel that if this has been going on for quite awhile, check with your vet, and I hope your dog gets better soon.


Dahlia answered on 7/3/09. Helpful? Yes/Helpful: No 0 Report this answer


Dieta

vet asap, this could be a serious injury or a strained muscle. Best to have an expert look at her and take x-rays to be 100% sure:)
If it is a sprain according to a vet he will give something for pain and massaging is going to help. Do massages every day for about 5 min. increments.


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