My dog is 14 years old, tonight he didn't eat his tea; he is panting a lot; he is unable to get up; he wet himself; and he has cold extemities....any idea what's happening to him?
2007-01-08 08:50:59 · 27 answers · asked by Co-Zee 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
My mum is taking him to the vet tonight!
2007-01-08 08:56:46 · update #1
The vet has said he thinks it is a stroke, he has given our dog some vitamins, anti-inflammatry drugs and has told us to monitior him overnight. Then he is to have a check-up again tomorrow. Fingers-crossed.
2007-01-08 09:46:55 · update #2
I think he may be on his way out :(
2007-01-08 08:52:22 · answer #1 · answered by bun 2 · 3⤊ 4⤋
I'm not a vet & you didn't give a breed but... best advice...go see yours. 14 is old for any breed and it sounds like its time is coming to a close. You can try to keep him warm and comfortable or go to a vet and see if anything can be done or should you let him peacefully be put down. Hard decision, I know. One of my 'girls' had to go to cancer. She died peacefully in my arms at the vet when her pain could no longer be controlled. I'm sorry for you and your pet. This is a painful choice. Be comforted, there is a special place for our beloved pets.
2007-01-08 16:57:51 · answer #2 · answered by mizlynn 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Please call the vet immediately.
***Edited to say***
I'm sorry your dog had a stroke. The good news is that many dogs live for several years after having strokes. My sister in laws dog had one about 3 years ago. Aside from the side of his face being paralyzed, he is perfectly fine and happy. Just follow the vets instructions and give him lots of love, and hopefully he'll bounce right back!
2007-01-08 16:54:32 · answer #3 · answered by chownrott 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Check his eyes. If they are moving from side to side very quickly then he is having a kind of stroke. Don't panic - these symptons pass within hours and the dog will more than likely fully recover. If it is this then basically he can't get up or move about because everything is spinning around him. It's very alarming, but it will pass. If this is the case then try and keep him quiet and in the dark and make sure he has access to water - even if you have to spoon feed it to him.
Keep us informed!
2007-01-08 16:57:32 · answer #4 · answered by Rachael H 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you can see a vet tonight. If not keep him warm and quiet overnight and see a vet tomorrow, he is getting on in years and any slight illness should be attended to asap.
2007-01-08 16:54:10 · answer #5 · answered by cullen1912 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It sounds to us like he may have had a mini-stroke and/or is going into shock.
A pet may be going into shock if you notice any of the following signs:
• depression
• pale gums
• weak pulse
• rapid heart rate (early on) or slow heart rate (advanced)
• cold extremities
• panting (early on) or slow deep breathing (advanced)
Wrap him in blankets, get his body warmed up, and get him to a vet ASAP.
2007-01-08 16:59:26 · answer #6 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
sounds like hes had a heart attack not sounding good at all sorry about that. just read your follow up i had a dog at the same age few years ago she had a stroke was never same again used to drag her back legs also was incontinent after the stroke ,in the end i had to have her put to sleep as was not going let her suffer.i are realy sorry to here about your dog as if you love him as much as i love my dog it is very hard to accept.good luck.anne
2007-01-08 19:10:48 · answer #7 · answered by zippy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't want to worry you, but it sounds like your dog has lost the use off this back legs (off hind legs). dogs sometime tend to lose the feeling and control in their back legs. It can be caused by many things, slipped disc, is the main or trauma but also virus can cause this. it is distressing to the animal so there reactions is to pant and they don't really want to eat. I would try to keep your as happy as possible and speak to your vet asap
2007-01-08 16:58:19 · answer #8 · answered by Natalie K 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Oh dear...maybe renal failure or some kind of heart problem. I'm so sorry. Hopefully the vet will be able to make his remaining time more comfortable.
2007-01-08 16:59:02 · answer #9 · answered by drumrchick 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Aww, so sad. My dog is becoming of old age also, but is doing fine. Maybe you could take it to the vet but I'm sure you wouldn't want to here what they may have to say.
2007-01-08 16:54:53 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
He needs to see a vet.
2007-01-08 16:53:20 · answer #11 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋