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Sent to Pet Experts April 16, 2005 2:11 p.m.

A friend of mine dropped my 4 1/2 month old puppy. Are there any long term effects?

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April 16, 2005 4:57 p.m. (2 hours and 46 minutes later)

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How far was he dropped...on what type flooring was he dropped...how big is he and did he seem to be in pain when it happened...if so what did he do?

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Sent April 16, 2005 7:09 p.m. (2 hours and 12 minutes later)

He is an 7 1/2 pound papillon and he was dropped about 5 feet. Immediately after he was dropped, he walked about three feet and started whining quietly like he was scared and/or hurt. I immediately went over and started feeling around for a broken jaw, legs, or collar bone; however, he didn't jerk away in pain or limp at all. After that, I gave him some treats with commands to sit and stay to see if he was coherant. I am probably worrying over nothing, but he has been extremely lethargic all day today and that isn't his style. No diarhea or vomiting, but I don't want to have to wait until it possibly gets that far. Thank you so much for replying. I am very worried because he is so small. Julie

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April 16, 2005 10:29 p.m. (3 hours and 19 minutes later)

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As long as he continues to act ok then his probably going to be fine...they are pretty tough believe it or not. I would watch for any limping or pain when he gets up and if there is any then a vet visit on Monday is needed but I'm sure he'll be fine.

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