His water intake is normally 1 large Bowl per day now recently its around 3-4. His output is increased as well but I notice his stomach appears bloated and he is off his vitals but just ate a pigs ear , first thing in 2 days. Can anyone help??
2006-10-02 09:18:37 · 21 answers · asked by Paul Sabre 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He needs to go to a vet! It takes a lot for dogs not to eat, so if he isn't eating, he's probably pretty sick. Increased thirst and increased urination can be symptoms of canine diabetes, or some other kidney related medical conditon.
Here's some info for you:
http://www.caninediabetes.org/caninediabetespg.html
http://www.prodoggroomingsupplies.com/dog-forums/showthread.php?t=9246
http://www.greytalk.com/~forums/index.php?showtopic=31011
Hope this helps!
2006-10-02 09:23:11 · answer #1 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
sounds like he is blocked up for some reason. Any missing toys? Could be diabetes, but that shouldn't bring the bloating. Our German Shepard is old and he sometimes will go two days without eating and will only drink. This I guess is normal behavior. But he is not bloated. Did you try hand feeding him? Put cooked chicken in his food, or rice. But do not feed him during the time you are eating (if you put added foods in), he may link the two together and become a begger. I wouldn't give him any treats until his appitite comes back and eats his meals.
But most importantly, go get an xray done at your vet. He will know what to do.
2006-10-02 09:28:33 · answer #2 · answered by wibiggurl 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I've had German Shepherds all my life and have one now, it sounds to me like he has a urinary infection or he could be on the upstart of diabetes, it's normal for adult Shepherds to drink more than one bowl of water a day, but if his stomach is bloated, please take him to the vet and don't put it off, I just had to have my beautiful 11 yr old GS put down last year because of too much protein in his kidneys, bladder, liver, etc.. his electrolytes were off the charts and antibiotics no longer helped him, please get him to the vet immediately. Thank you.
2006-10-02 09:30:33 · answer #3 · answered by odafintutuola 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
it is possible he has bloat, which is a condition that large dogs can get. their intestines turn inside out and it is very dangerous. they need surgery immediately and can die if not treated quickly. another possible cause is that your dog has developed diabetes, or has worms. whatever the case, get off the computer right now and take him to the vet!! he could be very sick!
2006-10-02 09:23:02 · answer #4 · answered by olayak 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Pig ears are very salty! Two days is not that big of a deal to be overly worried; however, you
can still be a little worried and call your vet for advice. That's the sign of a good pet owner.
2006-10-02 09:21:41 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
ah what a sweetie I have one too. She recently was drinking alot of water and had really bad gas. She had hook worms. The docotr gave her medicine and it went away in about 1 week. I highly donot recommend pigs ears. They are not good for them at all. My vet was telling he wishes they would take them off the market. The pigs ears donot digest properly.
2006-10-02 09:39:36 · answer #6 · answered by Bchlvr 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I would be concerned about your dog having diabetes. If he is not eating as well I would get him to a veterinarian as soon as possible for some diagnostic tests.
Good luck
2006-10-02 09:23:01 · answer #7 · answered by willow_1_beans 1 · 4⤊ 0⤋
go to the vet right away! But first to make you a little happier and more hopfull my friends dog once ate some weird object i forget he didnt eat but he drank a ton of water hes ok and it stopped after a few day but please go to the vet just incase!
2006-10-02 09:21:30 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would take him to the vet ASAP. Your dog could have ingested something outside. From a poisionous bug to a plant to anything. They are like vaccumme cleaners and will pick up anything they find.
Good Luck
2006-10-02 09:26:48 · answer #9 · answered by Kit 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
I would take him to the vet especially with his stomach looking bloated and being off on his food.
Good Luck
2006-10-02 10:56:09 · answer #10 · answered by MANDYLBH 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋