Puppy limps after being stepped on

The puppy limps after being stepped on, which could be caused by various reasons such as soft tissue damage, joint sprain, nerve injury, or fracture. Corresponding measures should be taken according to the cause of the injury. When the puppy limps after being stepped on, timely treatment should be provided, otherwise, the treatment time will be delayed and the local recovery will be affected. In necessary cases, hospitalization is required.

Causes of puppy limping after being stepped on
Soft tissue damage

If the local area is stepped on and the puppy starts to limp, it indicates damage to the soft tissue. The pain increases during walking, resulting in a limping leg.

Joint sprain

If the joint is sprained after being stepped on, it can cause damage to the joint area and affect the normal movement of the limb. The limping leg is accompanied by a swaying motion.

Nerve injury

If the local nerve is injured, it will affect normal walking and cause the leg to limp.

Fracture

If the leg continues to limp after a long period of walking after being stepped on, and the puppy is hesitant to touch the ground, it may be caused by a local fracture, which could severely affect bone recovery.

II. Treatment of puppy limping after being stepped on

General treatment

First, apply an ice bag or ice to the affected area to promote capillary constriction and relieve local pain. After 48 hours, use a hot water bag for heat therapy, and massage the area to promote blood circulation and facilitate local recovery.

Drugs

If there is severe pain and normal walking and running are affected, take blood-activating and pain-relieving drugs under a doctor's guidance.

Surgery

If the joint area has slight fractures, casting is required for improvement. If the fracture is severe, surgical treatment is necessary under a doctor's supervision.

III. Precautions for puppy limping after being stepped on

During the recovery period, the puppy should rest in bed and not walk or run outdoors. Otherwise, it may exacerbate the injury to the joint and soft tissue, affecting the disease recovery. At the same time, the puppy should be fed foods containing calcium, such as shrimp and eggs, to supplement nutrients for the recovery.