My dog is limping on one of her hind legs. She is in no pain what-so-ever (she'll let me touch the leg and not even wince), and this limping came out of nowhere. (quite literally) As such, some questions.
1: Could she have pulled a muscle?
2: If yes, how long till her leg is healed?
3: Are muscle spasms semi-normal with lameness caused by a pulled muscle?
Many thanks in advance.
2006-12-08 18:15:15 · 11 answers · asked by jac5232 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
To answer your questions, yes she could have pulled a muscle, however she would most likely wince if you tried to move the leg, just the same as if someone tried to stretch or pull on a muscle that you pulled. Depending on how she injured it, and what muscle it is, she could have spasms in it. If she pulled it, it's just like a human, 2 weeks of restricted activity and she should show marked improvement. You didn't mention how old she was, nor how she injured it. The lack of pain, the limping, and the spasms make me think that she may have torn a ligament or slipped her patella. It's not going to make it any worse to observe it for a week, but if she doesn't seem to improve, I would take her in to have your vet do a good orthopedic exam on her. Best of luck...
2006-12-08 18:39:31 · answer #1 · answered by skachicah35 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are several medications as well as physical therapy options for pets. The first step in knowing what will be the right thing for your dog will be a trip to the vet for a proper diagnosis of the reason behind the leg "giving out". You dog may simply need a chiropractic adjustment, and some vets (not many, but there are some) can do this in house. For your dog's sake, please make an appointment soon.
2016-05-22 22:21:55 · answer #2 · answered by Deborah 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the only way to be sure is to ask a vet.they can do an x-ray other than that itd hard to say what the problem could be. as far as a pulled muscle it depends on how bad it is. onthe other hand if it is a pulled muscle its either not that bad if shes in no pain or she has alot of tolerance for pain like some humans do. good luck on finding out whats wrong, and best wishes to the pooch on getting better
2006-12-08 18:21:14 · answer #3 · answered by candy cane 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had the same problem with my dog but it was his front leg.one day he got out of bed and he could barley walk.I took him to the vet and they told me that he had osteo-arthritis. i don't know if muscle spasms have anything to do with a pulled muscle but they walk hand in hand with arthritis. RIMADYL works pretty good and you can get it without going to a vet at petmeds.com I hope that help :)
2006-12-08 18:57:24 · answer #4 · answered by notes from an angry white chic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2017-02-20 12:03:57 · answer #5 · answered by Carl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog did the exact same thing, started limping two days ago although I can touch the leg and it doesn't hurt him. I was going to post this too but I was too embarrassed to admit I didn't check his paw. He hates me checking his paw.
2006-12-08 18:24:35 · answer #6 · answered by bluasakura 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe this is her problem> http://www.vetinfo.com/dpatella.html
Most dogs with the luxated patella don't usually show pain, but just don't use the leg..In the articles above, Dr.Mike, DVM will give you a good understanding of the condition..
2006-12-08 18:32:38 · answer #7 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog could have pulled a muscle, stood on something sharp or it might sprained it somehow
2006-12-08 18:44:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with chetco but it may be the cruciate ligament also. I see it quite frequently in all breeds of dogs. Like ACL in athletes.
2006-12-08 18:36:59 · answer #9 · answered by petprincess@sbcglobal.net 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it could be anything, even arthritis, taking her to the vet will be the easiest way to find out what it is before it becomes serious, why wait until the dog is in pain?
2006-12-08 18:42:46 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋