My dog isn't eating, drinking, or eliminating after ER. What now?

He should be rechecked by your vet or at the local veterinary ER today. He may be painful or still feeling the aftereffects of general anesthesia. This can last as long as 72 hours. If his bladder is full, the doctors can insert a urinary catheter if necessary to empty it. Medications can be administered or dispensed to alleviate pain which may make him comfortable. Supportive care can also be administered. SQ fluids may rehydrate him and perk him up.

I am so sorry to hear that your dog is so unwell. From what you are describing it sounds possible that he could have ingested a toxin, have a urinary tract infection, an infection of the prepuce, or an issue with his kidneys. Because he is so lethargic and not eating I would suggest a trip to the veterinarian as soon as possible to a diagnosis and appropriate treatment. If you can collect a urine sample to bring in that would be helpful. In the meantime you can try the following at home; Keep up fluids with; Pedialyte flavourless mixed with water 50/50 Low sodium chicken broth Encourage eating; Chicken boneless and cooked Low fat ground beef cooked Best of luck and ask any further questions you have here, we are here to support you. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Hi there! Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It is concerning that Bobot has not been eating for the past 2 days, especially if he has been peeing blood. This could be due to a urinary tract infection, urinary tract stones, urinary tract tumor, among many other possibilities. I recommend that you have Bobot evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. At the very least, he can be started on medications to make him feel better. Good luck! Keeping my fingers crossed for a speedy recovery!

Hi and thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Sorry to hear about Pixie. This is a tough question. If she has a fever that could certainly cause a decreased appetite and increased water intake. I see she is spayed so that rules out a uterine infection. It's difficult to say what is going on without an examination. She could be experiencing anal gland swelling/pain/possible infection or the problem could be somewhere else. I would advise watching her very closely today. If she gets worse, I would advise an immediate vet evaluation. Worse meaning she stops eating, doesn't want to move, or other signs develop. If you look at her rear end and you see a lot of swelling/redness at the 4:00 and 8:00 positions around the anus, then she is having some problems with her anal glands. You could make her soak in some warm water and Epsom salts with her butt down in the water for 10 minutes a few times per day until you get her to the vet. If an anal gland is infected, it may open up and rupture before you see your vet. Again, closely monitor her. A history and physical exam may tell a lot about what is going on especially if this is anal gland related. Good luck with Pixie and have a great holiday.

Hi and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. I recommend that you take your dog to see a veterinarian. It sounds like he needs immediate care if he is not eating, he is lethargic and may have a fever. This sounds like a serious condition that needs to be addressed sooner rather than later. Your veterinarian will perform a full physical exam and determine what additional testing may need to be done (xrays, bloodwork) to give you a better idea of what treatments are needed. Good luck.

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Loss of appetite and lethargy can be observed with many conditions such as gastroenteritis, dietary indiscretion, kidney disease, pancreatitis, among many other possibilities. Not urinating can be a separate issue and could be due to an obstruction or just simply to a lack of drinking. I recommend that you have Harley evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. They would be able to check for these possibilities and others depending on the findings on exam. Treatment would be based on findings. Good luck and have a great day! Hoping for a speedy recovery!

If Snoop is really not doing well then I would recommend hospitalizing him on IV fluids. I would also recommend diagnostics like an ultrasound to see what is going on with Snoop. I am concerned that he isn't eating and isn't doing well but he should go back to the veterinarian for more of a work up and treatment. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.