My dog is lethargic, won't eat, coughs, and has a rash. What's wrong?

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Dante. I recommend that he sees a veterinarian today if he is having difficulty breathing. He may have an upper respiratory tract infection, but there are more serious causes of trouble breathing. The veterinarian will examine him and make recommendations based on these findings. For example, if the lungs or heart sound abnormal, then x-rays of the chest are typically needed. Treatment is based on these results. The mass on the chest should also be examined. A procedure known as a fine needle aspirate is used to diagnose a skin or subcutaneous mass. The doctor will use a small needle to collect a sample of cells to evaluate under the microscope. This will tell if the mass is cancerous or not. It is unlikely though that the mass is related to his current clinical signs. I hope this information helps!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian again. It is worrisome that she still will not eat. Based on her exam findings, she may need to have x-rays of her chest and laboratory work done. It is important to determine why she is not feeling well so that she can be helped. I hope that this information helps!

Poor Duke! It sounds like he has a couple of things going it. First, it's very concerning that he is vomiting up water and not eating. He could have a severe GI illness, a foreign body, may have eaten something rotten, or could have pancreatitis. The rash could be due to a contact allergy. His symptoms of vomiting water and not eating are serious enough to require immediate medical attention. I would have Duke seen by a vet now to diagnose what is causing his symptoms so he can be treated.

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Luna. If there is nothing stuck in her throat, then I worry that she is coughing due to a respiratory tract infection. Has her veterinarian discussed the possibility of an upper respiratory tract infection or the more serious case of pneumonia? She may need antibiotics. I hope this information helps!

Poor Dagul! I am sorry that he doesn't feel well. Looking at the blood work his white blood count and kidney values are all elevated. The kidney values could be elevated simply due to dehydration but I cannot say for sure since I cannot see him myself. The white blood count being so high makes me concerned about a severe upper respiratory infection or even pneumonia. These blood results look like they were done in February so they really aren't very accurate now. I would strongly recommend have him seen again by your vet if possible and recheck the blood work. Your vet will be able to do a thorough exam and let you know whether or not he has a good chance of making it. Your vet may even recommend x-rays to ensure there is no tumors in the lungs causing issues as well. I am really concerned about him. I would also make sure he is continuing to eat and drink to help keep his hydration levels up. I hope this helps and he starts to feel better soon!

Thank you for submitting your question regarding Romy. I am concerned that she may have a respiratory tract infection based on the symptoms that you have described. She will need to see a veterinarian. It is ideal for her to be seen today as she is not eating and drinking. Given this, it will be easy for her to become dehydrated. Hopefully she just has an upper respiratory tract infection and needs an antibiotic and possibly some fluids if she is dehydrated. Dogs can develop pneumonia though and this would be more serious. Try to encourage her to eat and drink even small amounts. Keep her home and away from other dogs as she may be contagious. I hope this information helps!

It sounds as though Vito has been through quite a bit over the past week! It is concerning that he is now lethargic, not eating, and coughing, after being normal for a week after his procedures. My main concern is that he may have developed kennel cough or canine influenza after being in a shelter situation. To answer your question, yes, I do think you should take him to the vet for evaluation. In addition to a physical exam, Vito may need to have chest x-rays taken or blood testing performed. I hope this helps and that he's feeling better soon!