Jack is limping, advice please!

CaptainJack · 11-08-2012, 01:57 PM

Hello everyone,

Today is Jack's first birthday. Unfortunately, he developed a bad limp last night, and hasn't been able to play tug with his new birthday toys yet becuase we're trying to keep him quiet.

He is favoring his front right leg, and the limp is quite exagerated. In addition to limping, he's turning his right paw out. We are able to bend the leg and joints and touch it and apply pressure all over, until we get down to his paw, where it seems to bother him and he yanks it away especially when we touch is outside right toe. Obviously we've inspected things as best we can, and cannot see anything wrong with our eyes.

My husband took him to the vet this morning, and the little bugger was so excited to see the Dr. that he forgot about the pain and stopped limping. She sent him home and told hubby to just monitor him and keep him quiet as best we can because there isn't anything obviousls wrong.

So my questions are what else can I do to figure out what is wrong, and is there anything I can do to help him be more comfortable? I hate watching him limp around, and I'm wondering if wrapping his paw could help? And how long should I leave him to 'rest' before demanding x-rays or further investigation?

2manydogs · 11-08-2012, 02:22 PM

Sounds like a sprain and there is nothing you can do but wait for it to heal. I wouldnt allow him to jump down off of things or go down stairs. Like us, it can take 6-8 wks to completely heal. Crate or couch rest several times a day is good.

Happy Birthday Jack!

Bella's Biggest Fan · 11-08-2012, 03:24 PM

feel better Jack,,,, hugs and kisses from my three...

Laneysmom · 11-08-2012, 03:35 PM

Aww, poor Jack....hope he feels better soon. Happy Birthday, sweetie!

Mom2Titan · 11-08-2012, 03:42 PM

I agree crate rest and quiet activities only, no jumping and running around

Boxernut · 11-08-2012, 07:08 PM

Brother Copper says happy birthday...and take of that sore foot

af_wx_wife · 11-08-2012, 07:31 PM

Awww...I hope he's feeling all better soon. Happy Birthday Jack!!!

2002BoxerMom · 11-08-2012, 08:51 PM

Did thy check for Lyme disease? If it continues I would highly recommend that test, if nothing comes up an X-ray would be helpful too. They can get growing pains.

KarmaDestiny · 11-08-2012, 09:12 PM

Happy Birthday Jack!

Hope you feel better soon!

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Katielovesleo · 11-08-2012, 09:26 PM

I would wait a few days. I wouldn't wrap it, I would make a foot soak and soak it for 5 minutes. I make one out of white vinegar, mostly water, and hydrogen peroxide to clean the paw. and you could do one water and Epsom salt to alleviate soreness. Get well soon and happy birthday!

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11-08-2012, 01:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
CaptainJack Experienced User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Midland, Ontario Posts: 239	Jack is limping, advice please! Hello everyone, Today is Jack's first birthday. Unfortunately, he developed a bad limp last night, and hasn't been able to play tug with his new birthday toys yet becuase we're trying to keep him quiet. He is favoring his front right leg, and the limp is quite exagerated. In addition to limping, he's turning his right paw out. We are able to bend the leg and joints and touch it and apply pressure all over, until we get down to his paw, where it seems to bother him and he yanks it away especially when we touch is outside right toe. Obviously we've inspected things as best we can, and cannot see anything wrong with our eyes. My husband took him to the vet this morning, and the little bugger was so excited to see the Dr. that he forgot about the pain and stopped limping. She sent him home and told hubby to just monitor him and keep him quiet as best we can because there isn't anything obviousls wrong. So my questions are what else can I do to figure out what is wrong, and is there anything I can do to help him be more comfortable? I hate watching him limp around, and I'm wondering if wrapping his paw could help? And how long should I leave him to 'rest' before demanding x-rays or further investigation? __________________ Bosun ~ Fawn Male ~ August 21, 2010 to August 29, 2011 Captain Jack Von Dutch ~ Reverse Brindle Male ~ Born November 8, 2011

11-08-2012, 02:22 PM	#2 (permalink)
2manydogs BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Kawartha Lakes, Ontario Posts: 4,033	Sounds like a sprain and there is nothing you can do but wait for it to heal. I wouldnt allow him to jump down off of things or go down stairs. Like us, it can take 6-8 wks to completely heal. Crate or couch rest several times a day is good. Happy Birthday Jack! __________________ Kari ~ Keeper, servant and mommy to the following crew Proudly Raw fed since 2010

11-08-2012, 03:24 PM	#3 (permalink)
Bella's Biggest Fan BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: sault ste marie canada Posts: 3,100	feel better Jack,,,, hugs and kisses from my three... __________________ Little girl Crash.... R.I.P Baby girl

11-08-2012, 03:35 PM	#4 (permalink)
Laneysmom BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SW Pennsylvania Posts: 6,297	Aww, poor Jack....hope he feels better soon. Happy Birthday, sweetie! __________________ Laneys Mom, *CAROL*

11-08-2012, 03:42 PM	#5 (permalink)
Mom2Titan BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Georgetown, Ontario Posts: 2,200	I agree crate rest and quiet activities only, no jumping and running around __________________ Cindy - Mom to Titan & Kailer, Boxer, docked & floppy Mom to Rocky & Brody-Ragdoll boyz

11-08-2012, 07:08 PM	#6 (permalink)
Boxernut Intermediate User Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 68	Brother Copper says happy birthday...and take of that sore foot

11-08-2012, 07:31 PM	#7 (permalink)
af_wx_wife BoxerForums Addict Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Central Texas Posts: 2,432	Awww...I hope he's feeling all better soon. Happy Birthday Jack!!! __________________

11-08-2012, 08:51 PM	#8 (permalink)
2002BoxerMom New User Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 9	Did thy check for Lyme disease? If it continues I would highly recommend that test, if nothing comes up an X-ray would be helpful too. They can get growing pains.

11-08-2012, 09:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
KarmaDestiny Power User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Hamilton, Ontario CANADA Posts: 528	Happy Birthday Jack! Hope you feel better soon! Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App

11-08-2012, 09:26 PM	#10 (permalink)
Katielovesleo Power User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Crosby, Texas Posts: 593	I would wait a few days. I wouldn't wrap it, I would make a foot soak and soak it for 5 minutes. I make one out of white vinegar, mostly water, and hydrogen peroxide to clean the paw. and you could do one water and Epsom salt to alleviate soreness. Get well soon and happy birthday! Sent from my iPhone using Petguide.com Free App __________________ "Dogs will be dogs; it's up to you to show them how to be dogs around people" Pat Miller

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