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Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua (Long Coat) | Male | 2 years and 2 months old | 8 lbs
My dog is panting and shaking and doesn't want to move
2 Answers

Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA
Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist
Published on November 24th, 2018
Answered By Amy Poole, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on June 14th, 2017
I'm sorry to hear your dog is not acting normally. Panting is the way dogs get rid of body heat, since they do not sweat like humans do. If your dog is not hot, I would be concerned about potential pain or discomfort. Dogs can pant when they are painful or uncomfortable. The shaking when resting also points to potential pain/discomfort. His not wanting to eat well or go outside is concerning as well. I would recommend taking him in for an exam with your veterinarian to see if there is an underlying cause for his change in behavior. He may need medication to help him be more comfortable.
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