my 4 year old hit my 12 week old pup in the head extremely hard

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my 4 year old hit my 12 week old pup in the head extremely hard 2 days ago the pup seems to be very active and alert..but he has blood in the corners of his eyes looks like broken blood vessels is there any reason for concern?? usually broken blood vessels heal on there own should I be concerned??

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Age: <1; Male; Breed: austrailan shepherd

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he seems to be fine I am concerned if there is damage to his eyes.

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Are you noticing any difference in pupil sizes? Are the eyes moving normally or is there any 'shaking' or darting (of the eyeballs)?

Rigid (or overly flaccid) limbs? Bleeding from ears or nose? Does he still carry his head normally?

There is always the possibility of internal bleeding or skull fracture, brain swelling or neurological damage.

Since you see blood in the eyes, I'd urge a vet visit for diagnostic tests and follow ups. The vet should examine the eyes for response to light, as well as evaluate brain function. You should also know that head trauma such as this may have injured the spinal cord and not be apparent right away (early diagnosis is essential). A CT Scan may be required to find out if there's underlying tissue, organ or bone damage that may not be obvious right now, but could be quite serious if left untreated.

I'm sure your toddler didn't mean to hurt the pup and letting him participate through the subsequent exams and treatments (if any) are often lifelong impressions that teach not just care for our dependent companions, but how to value and respect them as a life we are responsible for.

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Reply to TheCaretaker's Post: He is acting perfectly normal,energetic playful...just staying away from my daughter which is understandable.The blood is in the outer corners of his eyes from the pupil out,but not in the pupil.I could download a picture if that would help..but what address to send it too??

It really doesn't matter where the blood is in the eye, just that there is blood means there's been some internal bleeding.

Since it's been two days or more and you're convinced that there is no impairment in behavior, gait, the way he holds his head, his vision (his eyes aren't 'shaking'), there is no discharge or blood from the ears or nose, he eats, drinks and his potty habits are normal (no blood showing in feces or urine), he seems not to be sleeping too much (or inable to sleep) and overall sure he's not in pain, I'll hesitantly agree with a 'watch and wait' stance.

If you see the smallest indication of impairment, you may have less time than you think to get treatment. Brain swelling, spinal complications and more can be very serious.

How is your daughter doing? (What did she whack him with?).

You know, once this incident is behind you, it's an incredible experience for her to have this pup to grow up with, hopefully all the way through high school! It's amazing isn't it? To look at them both right now and imagine them in their teens Images available only to Customers.

Many have forgotten this truth, but you must not forget it.

You remain responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.

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