I think Benson overdid it a bit yesterday...well he was overexcited to meet 2 fab labradors who encouraged him into the water, he raced around like a nutter for ages before hand, some sort of manic psyching himself up I think. Well today he really has limp from his wrist, no inflammation or heat, and he doesn't seem too bothered.but how would I know??Exercise today is limited to wandering in the garden, and sniffing games to keep him occupied. I would ice but don't think it would be effective particularly :-\ My question is this: I am loath at this point to take Benson to the vet, I know they will probably say he as overdone it and will prescribe anti-inflammatories. well I would rather sit it our for a day or two and restrict exercise than the risk of an anti-inflammatory giving Benson a false sense of his abilities right now. Is is common for a puppy to have the odd limp or sprain? Should I be more concerned? Obviously he will be straight to the vet if things don't resolve very quickly.
Re: Sore wrist with limp.. I would say take it very easy today, and if he is still limping tomorrow morning then definitely take him to the vet. We had a four-week on-off period with a limp caused by a sprained wrist. Every time I thought it was getting better and let her have a little more exercise, it came back again! Next time there's a limp that isn't better within 24 hours I'm going straight in to the vet.
Re: Sore wrist with limp.. Having started at "oh, is he limping a bit?" and ending up with a diagnosis of a ruptured cruciate, I'm at the vet right away in future. Yes, they may say rest for a week but best get that over with. I do not think anti-inflammatories are very strong pain killers. For serious pain they are prescribed alongside much more powerful painkillers.
Re: Sore wrist with limp.. He has taken things easy today...apart from his first "humping" session...which he thoroughly enjoyed..sigh... It looks like it may be more of a shoulder strain.. however we have decided to err on the side of caution and have checked out by the vet tomorrow
Re: Sore wrist with limp.. Back from the vets and Benson is absolutely fine..just a bit of strain, but nothing to worry about. Gave him a good look over, the vet commented he was a lovely healthy pup and a good weight..20.6 kg and 5 months old his humping however is another matter.. seems my little boy is growing up.,,sigh.. ;D ;D PS :I also need a new pair of slippers..... : :
