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My dog, Mylo, a 9 year old Springer/Border Collie/Great Dane mix was hit by a neighbour's boat trailer on Thursday (3 nights ago). We immediately took him to the vet who assured us (without taking X-Rays) that nothing was broken. She told us that he is suffering from acute musculo-skeletal injuries and she prescribed Metacam.
He has been unable to get up or wag his tail for 3 days now! I am so worried, I can't sleep or eat!
He managed to move himself into the shade yesterday and has sat up to switch positions when lying down. We are to continue giving him his medication for 10 days, but I am wondering when should I be able to see some improvement?! Please reply!

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I would see another vet.

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I've had a dog that was hit by a car and was ok'd by the vet w/o X-rays - but he was bouncing around as usual. If you are this worried about the dog I would do one of 2 things - either take the dog back to your vet and demand they take X-rays - or get a second opinion from a different vet. It is possible that there is nothing broken and the dog could be this sore from muscle pain, but it hurts nothing to be sure by taking X-rays.

I hope your pooch feels better.
Good luck

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No X-rays? Metacam? How does the vet know your dog doesn't have internal injuries? Or a fractured pelvis? Severe bruising can cause a lot of pain, but you want to be sure.

I agree - second opinion ASAP.

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Your vet sounds like a twit to me, I'd definitely get that dog to another vet ASAP! Like yesterday.

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Originally Posted by Robyn
He managed to move himself into the shade yesterday and has sat up to switch positions when lying down.

I'm concerned. Is this dog lying outside, in the sun when unable to move himself? I may be misinterpreting what you're saying. Why isn't he inside?

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Originally Posted by glasslass
I'm concerned. Is this dog lying outside, in the sun when unable to move himself? I may be misinterpreting what you're saying. Why isn't he inside?


He is outside by choice. The evening we brought him home from the vet, he managed to get himself to the door and down 3 steps. This was so difficult for him, that we have built him a portable shelter outside. Mylo weighs 113 pounds and when we attempt to move him, he snarls and nips. He is a wonderful dog with a great disposition, so this is very out of character for him.
He doesn't show any outward signs of pain - no whining, crying or barking. He is very alert and has been urinating and defecating. When he does get up to switch positions, he seems to be very stiff, but again, does not cry.

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Don't equate not crying out with not being in pain, many of the larger breeds have a very high tolerance for pain - I know Rottweilers are known for their pain tolerance and owners are warned to be vigilant about ensure the dogs are not hurt as Rottie have been known to act normal with injuries severe as broken bones (I don't think my Rosie knows she's a Rottie -She's a big wimp ).

If you are concerned I would definitely get him to another vet - snarling and nipping is a definite sign of pain. As pet owners we always have to remember that we know these animals better than our vets do - we live with them, the vet does not, so we can notice behavior and small changes better than your vet can. So if your not convinced your dog is OK - get a second opinion and a third.... until you are sure in you gut that the dog is fine. JMO

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oh i feel soooooo sorry 4 u :(

if u r that worried i would bring ur pup 2 another vet 2 get x-rayz cause a 2nd opinion can never hurt.

i REALLY hope ur pup does get better! and u try 2 relaxe ok i know it's easier said then done but everything gonna be all rite k



sincerly Ashley

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