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Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 5 years old | 8 lbs
Hi my babys name is Coco and she doesnt eat like usual. She eats once every 2 days and thats because shes starving and eats verg little also very little water. Shes thirsty but wont drink. When she teies eating she eats 3 or 4 bites and gives a loud cry like something hurt her and stops eating. She hasnt pooped in 3 days now. I know i should take her to a vet im working on a loan to do so at the moment we are homeless so its gonna happen by tomortow
2 Answers

Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on June 24th, 2018
Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS
Veterinarian
Published on January 21st, 2019
It sounds like Coco is painful, and she may have injured herself. I recommend resting her for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take her out to toilet on a leash, and bring her right back in when she's done. If she still appears painful after this time, then I would take her into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. She may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give her any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. Best of luck.
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