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Updated on September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Husky | Female | unspayed | 20 lbs
Hello my 10 month old husky is limping pretty badly on her right front paw. Upon looking at it you can see some very clear swelling on the paw next to the pad. Is there anything I can give her at home to help it go down? Also what might it be?
2 Answers

Answered By Dr. Elizabeth
Veterinarian
Published on September 26th, 2019
Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on December 26th, 2018
Ouchy! I am sorry to hear that your pet Buck has sustained an injury to his paw. If there is considerable swelling, he's barely walking on it, and darker colored skin, there is a good chance the toe has been fractured internally. I don't see a photo attached, but based on your description Buck should be seen by your vet right away to have this foot x-rayed and then treated based on the findings. At the very least the vet can help stabilize the area and provide him some pet friendly pain medication to help with the swelling and discomfort.
I hope that your furry friend Buck gets better soon! Best wishes and take care.
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