How to Tell if Your Dog Has a Broken Leg - Six Dog Broken Leg Symptoms
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Leg Injuries in dogs are common, but how can you tell if it's something more serious, like a broken leg? Check out these six symptoms to see whether you should be concerned. For a more detailed blog post on How to Tell if Your Dog Has a Broken Leg, check out: boneo.bio-rep.com/blog/dog-health/321/how-to-tell-if-your-dog-has-a-broken-leg
DOG BROKEN LEG SYMPTOMS
(1) Visible Bone or Trauma: If you can see any actual bone sticking out or if your dog has a leg that is obviously in the wrong angle or position, there is definitely a bone-related issue (most likely fracture) that needs to be addressed.
(2) Unwillingness to Bear Weight: When a dog has a leg injury, they often will be unwilling to bear weight on the hurt leg. Sometimes, they will pick up the leg and attempt to walk as a tripod.
(3) Refusal to Play/Walk/Go up Stairs: A dog in pain may refuse to walk altogether or engage in normally playful activities. In such instances, there is a possibility that your dog is in pain because of a broken leg.
(4) Watch for Unusual Aggression: A dog with a broken leg will often not allow you to touch their leg and will try to snap or bite if you come near their limb.
(5) Howling or whimpering: If your dog is making unusual sounds, they may be in pain.
(6) Loss of appetite/isolation: If your normally friendly dog starts to isolate himself and refuses to eat, there is usually some underlying medical issue. Combined with any of the previous signs, it could indicate pain from a fracture.
DOG BROKEN LEG TREATMENT
If you think that your dog may have a broken leg, remember that there are steps you can take to help. When it comes to treatment for a broken leg in dogs, quick action and care is key. Check out our blog on How to Help a Dog with a Broken Leg for tips: http://boneo.bio-rep.com/blog/dog-health/330/how-to-help-a-dog-with-a-broken-leg
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