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Dogs leg swollen, why?

I noticed that my dog leg is very swollen. Im pretty sure it just happened today. It looks fake its so swollen. When I apply preasure he doesnt yelp or jerk so it must not hurt that much.I dont see any bite marks or anything. Does anybody konw what this moght be>? Im really worried

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Answer #1

There could be any number of reasons. He jumped off the couch and strained it. An insect stung him. He is allergic to something. He is ill?

Do see a Vet.

Answer #2

yeah take him to the vets he may have just rubbed up against something that he was allergic to, to cause the swelling or it could be internally.

Answer #3

yeah take him to the vets he may have just rubbed up against something that he was allergic to, to cause the swelling or it could be internally.

Answer #4

You need to take him to the vet, there is many problems that could lead to swollen body parts. =]

Answer #5

no hes acting fine. Running playing everything I’m taking him at 315

Answer #6

they said he got bit by a snake but hes going to be fine. Thanks for the replies

Answer #7

Thumbs up to you…the vet can xray it and see if there’s inflamation or a fracture…

phrannie

Answer #8

Hello and Good Morning

You need to call your Vet’s office and see about getting him in. Is he carrying it? Or limping?

Answer #9

no, but take him to a vet first thing tomorrow, it doesn’t sound normal.

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