My dog hurt its hind leg. What leg movements are concerning?

Dogs limp for the same reason we do, because it hurts to use it. If this continues more than a few days then I would highly encourage you to have him evaluated by your veterinarian. The most common injury to the hind leg in larger dogs is an ACL injury, but of course there are many other possibilities. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

Hi! Thanks for entrusting us with Meatball’s care today! Lameness, pain or inability to use the leg can be a sign of a few things that range from a muscle sprain to even a fracture. If things have not improved after seeing your veterinarian, I recommend that you have him reevaluated by your veterinarian so that this can be further assessed which will likely include radiographs. Treatment will be dependent on findings though at the very least pain control medications can be prescribed. Good luck! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. If he continues to not bear any weight on that leg, then he will need to see his veterinarian. He will likely need x-rays to ensure that he did not fracture his leg. In the meantime, keep him very quiet to allow his body to rest. Carry him if he needs to move. Do not give any over-the-counter pain medications as these can be toxic to dogs. I hope this information helps!

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Golya! I am not sure i fully understand your post, I understand that he was bitten by other dogs and he isn't playing but I am not sure what you are trying to say about his back legs. If he is not using his back legs and that is where he was bitten his muscles could be sore and inflamed form the bites or he could have an infection. Worse case scenario he could have been bitten in his back and he could be paralyzed. It is very important that Golya be evaluated by a Veterinarian to treat his pain and infection. They should be able to tell if he is paralyzed. I hope this helps and I wish Golya a speedy recovery!

Poor Tab! Dogs can have many different types of injuries just like humans. They can have injuries to the bone as well so soft tissue and a big concern when it’s a hind leg is an injury to the cruciate ligament. In dogs Tab’s size, this often requires surgical repair for best outcomes. For now, he needs strict rest. No running, walks, jumping, playing, or stairs. He basically needs to be in a kennel at all times and on a leash outside even to potty. If the limping is not improved within three days I recommend to find a way to have him examined. There are two financing companies that clients often use, care credit and scratch pay. You can go on their website to find more information. Best of luck and please feel free to post any additional questions.

I am so sorry to hear this! If he is seeming painful with his front leg and you are hearing a popping noise, I would be concerned something has been dislocated or is broken. I would highly recommend taking him in for an X-ray to diagnose it! If it is a dislocation they can be very painful and are easier to treat if seen ASAP. I hope this helps!

It sounds like Diamond has a very sore back leg if she hasn't beared significant weight on it in 3 days. It is unlikely that it is related to her heat cycle. Start by checking her paw on the affected limb to make sure there isn't something stuck in between or under her toes (thorn, plant and, etc). If there isn't something that can be easily removed, then she should see her veterinarian. In the meantime, give her strict rest (no running, jumping or playing and limit stairs). She will likely need an x- ray of the painful area on that leg. In the hind limb, knee or hip pain are most common, but some dogs will experience lower back pain. Good luck and I hope Diamond is feeling better soon!