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My dog was hit by a ladder on the head, but acts normal. Is he okay?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 3 years and 11 months old | 11 lbs

My dog was playing and a wooden ladder fell on him. I am afraid it might have fallen on his head and could possibly have caused a concussion. He is acting normal and I looked at his pupils with a light and they are dialating normally and they are both the same size. I attached a picture, the ladder is on the left and it’s somewhat light weight and Duke is the white dog in the picture.

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Laura Johnson VMD

Answered By Laura Johnson VMD

Veterinarian

Published on October 14th, 2018

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Poor Duke!

He will be fine! If he didn't pass out or act abnormal immediately after being hit I doubt very much that any head trauma occurred. If he has continued to act normal I again think he is fine.

Have a good day
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