Is it possible for a dog hit by a car to have no injuries?

Answer 1

It depends on how bad his injuries are. Many dogssurvive being hit by a car because their injuries weren't life threatening.

In general, the life-threatening injuries include: direct hits to the chest that result in broken ribs, pulmonary contusions or injuries to the heart; severe crush injuries to the abdomen that can cause internal bleeding; and severe overall trauma resulting in shock that can cause death.

Less direct hits often result in scrapes, lacerations, contusions and broken bones, but much of this can be repaired.

Answer 2

Just because there are no broken bones doesn't mean there are serious injuries - soft tissue trauma such as a lacerated spleen or fractured liver can cause fatal internal bleeding. If the dog is not dead or dying upon impact, most will at least try to get up within 30 seconds. Regardless of the dog's reaction (unless it has already died), you need to take it to the veterinarian for an examination; if nothing else, your dog would probably appreciate some short-term pain medication for bruises and strains.

Answer 3

i would say you should probably get the dog to a vet or if the dog is in bad enough shape possibly the emergency vet immediatly