WHAT ARE THE SYMPTONS OF A SICK DOG

Adapted from
www.healthypets.in
Todays Tips-Symptoms of a Sick Dog
There are many different dog health symptoms that may indicate your pet isn't feeling well. Some are physical, some emotional or behavioral. It's important to be able to recognize them as soon as possible because early treatment can be the key to keeping a simple problem from snowballing into something more serious.
Early symptoms might include:
Drop in food/water consumption
Sudden dramatic increase in water consumption
Lack of energy
Sudden onset of pain anywhere in the body
Negative change Personality or attitude
Loss of interest in normal activities
Coat begins to look dull and feel brittle
Skin rash or irritation
Cloudy eyes
Runny, Crusty discharge from nose an/or eyes
Bloody discharge
Slight weight loss
As the illness progresses, symptoms may include:
Complete refusal of food and/or water
Constipation
Difficulty urinating
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dramatic weight loss
Severe pain
Bloated stomach
Localized swelling
Seizures
Complete withdrawal from surroundings
Body temperature above 102 degrees Fahrenheit