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My active dog is suddenly lethargic, sleeping, and not eating. What's wrong?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 63 lbs

My dog is 15 months old - a hound/shepherd mix. She's usually very active but today she has done nothing but sleep. She's barely eaten and it seems as if she can hardly keep her eyes open sometimes. I know this sounds really small but we have never seen her this inactive, we just know that something isn't right. She won't play or even walk around the house, she just won't move from the couch.

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Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on April 17th, 2020

Hi and thanks for posting.

Sounds like this is unusual behavior for Ruby and certainly is concerning.

There can be a number of things that may be going on here and it is very hard to say what exactly is the cause without examining Ruby in person. I would recommend Ruby sees a veterinarian for a hands on exam as soon as possible to help pinpoint where the problem is. Your veterinarian may also recommend x-rays, blood work, fecal testing, or other tests to aide in an accurate diagnosis.
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