Summary
A family took their dog to the vet after it started limping, but the vet found nothing wrong. The dog was pretending to be hurt to get attention due to jealousy over a new baby.
Key Facts
- A woman, five weeks after having a baby, noticed her dog limping and took it to the vet.
- The vet found nothing physically wrong with the dog.
- The dog was acting injured to gain attention after the baby arrived.
- The dog's behavior continued for about three days after the vet visit.
- This type of attention-seeking behavior is common in pets when a new baby joins a family.
- Dogs can get jealous and compete for their owner's attention when it is diverted elsewhere.
