My dog hasn't eaten or drank in 3 days, and is weak and lethargic. Is there anything I can do at home before taking him to the vet? He's 9 mos and a lab, black. Weight approx 55 lbs. Can any one help?
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Puppies, especially labs, are notorious for getting into trouble. Common problems that cause lethargy, anorexia, and gastrointestinal signs-vomiting/diarrhea include dietary indiscretion (eating garbage or things from the yard) and eating objects that become stuck (foreign body obstruction). In an unvaccinated dog parvovirus is always a concern when they don't feel well have have GI signs. There are other virus that can lead to this too.
Any pet that gets sick is at risk for dehydration and hypoglycemia that make then feel even worse. After 3 days your dog is definitely dehydrated and will need fluid therapy.
I am concerned that your dog seems weak. Sometimes injuries can be painful enough that they are lethargic and stop eating. Usually they exhibit more signs of pain-limping, vocalization etc.
You can try Pepcid 10mg tablets: Give 1.5 tablets by mouth twice daily. This will calm the stomach and encourage appetite. If you dog is not vomiting you can force feed water or Pedialyte and canned food watered down in the form of a gruel.
I strongly recommend having him examined by a veterinarian. Most diseases that are mild and self-limiting resolve in 1-2 days.
answered 5 months ago
He may have worms it can cause that try deworming medicine and see if that helps
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My husband found where he had gotten himself into the utility shed. There were a couple of bags of insecticide with teeth marks on them but not tore open. Since I wrote he has vomited and has a really nasty projected bowlmovement. As soon as I found out about the bags being bitten, I called the Vet for advise. I then forcefed him the pedalyte and, as you recommended also, the watered down canned food. I am happy to report that , after the vet examination this morning, he is on a shaky start to hopefully a full recovery. He has himself been drinking from his water bowl. Dr. Seller's also warned me about him getting the shakes, to cover him with a blanket, and if he "fainted" which could be a coma, to call him as i was on my way to his office. I don't think I have to worry about the coma part by his reactions this morning. He really is moving around more, I know he is still weak, but it doesn't seem to be a bad as the last 3 days. Do you think the Pepcid would help at this point, I can only guess that by his still curling when he is resting that his stomach still hurts a little. Thank you very much for your help. I still cry at the thought of losing my best buddy in my life, and I hurt for him also. Thank you Ms Ann, for every thing!
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