This week’s segment features Blue Bell the 19-month-old French bulldog that presented for an unknown source of pain. Her owners noticed that she was screaming in pain and couldn’t get comfortable. After physical exam it was noticed that she had severe road rash and bruising and it was determined that she had been hit by a car. Being hit by a vehicle is one of the most serious emergencies we see in veterinary medicine. Even when a dog appears to be walking normally after an accident, there can be significant internal injuries that aren’t immediately obvious. Trauma can result in fractures, lung injuries, internal bleeding, abdominal organ damage, and other life-threatening conditions. After any suspected vehicular trauma, your pet should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible—even if they seem okay on the outside. Early assessment and treatment can make a tremendous difference in the outcome. If your pet is ever hit by a vehicle, keep them as still and calm as possible and seek emergency veterinary care immediately. Thankfully after x-rays and examination it was just determined to be muscle soreness and some superficial wounds. After a few weeks of rest and recovery, Blue Bell is back to her normal, happy self!!