What could be causing my dog to be limping on his front paw?

Answer by  RLozano (213)

What makes you limp it could make a dog limp. You could carefully run your hand down from the shoulder to the paw (if biting isn't a problem). Sensitive spot? Or check the paw for foreign matter (thorns and such). If it looks serious, or persists, call a Veteranarian.

Answer by  hakunamatata (31)

Have you changed the dogs food the last days? Take the old dog food. Did your dog have stress the last 4 weeks? If so, this could cause your dog limping his paws. Check the skin of your dog.You have to check the whole body, because a dog limping paws if it cannot reach the hurting zone .

Answer by  HawaiianGirl (6906)

He may have stepped on something and there may be a cut under his paw. Or perhaps he has sprained it while out running and playing.

Answer by  Spazman667 (259)

A limping dog can obviously occur due to the dog having problems with his paw or leg hurting but also a dog will often limp in response to get attention from others. It's kind of like what humans do at times for pity or just to feel noticed.

Answer by  Anonymous

your dog might have arthritis, my dog always starts to lip when its cold outside because it triggers his arthritis.