My puppy is sad. Can puppies get depressed after losing a pet?

Hello, depending on how long this has been going on you may give him more time to snap out of it. If he continues to be sad for longer than a day, or if he has a decreased appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea, then you should have your puppy seen by a veterinarian. Hope this helps and best of luck,

I'm sorry to hear about the passing of your puppy. Your best option for the remaining puppy is to exercise her every day and focus on entertaining her with games and training session. Stick to a routine. Mourning is normal but should pass within a couple weeks. I hope this helps.

I hate to hear about the passing of your pup. Yes, dogs do experience grief but vomiting is not generally one of the signs. I would be concerned that something medical is taking place. Here is a link about dog saddness: https://www.petcoach.co/article/do-dogs-get-sad/ I recommend to reach back out to your veterinarian and have some basic diagnostics run like a fecal exam and bloodwork to make sure everything looks normal. Your vet may also try symptomatic treatment for stomach upset like anti-acids and a bland diet. Best of luck with Reggie.

We can't diagnose depression in dogs, but I guess it would be possible. I would start with a thorough exam with your vet. They will ask about all of the things that happened around when you noticed her symptoms. They may want to check for endocrine diseases that can affect behavior. If everything checks out medically, they can prescribe medications for anxiety or depression as a trial.

I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your pup. Depression and mourning are very normal in dogs, especially after the loss of a close companion. It may be that Aysha needs some more time to mourn, and some extra attention, care and loving would help. Sticking to a schedule can also help her return to a more normal routine. If she is still having lots of issues, speaking with a local vet or veterinary behaviorist to see if medication would be helpful may also be beneficial for her.

Try getting him out and going places with you if he likes rides. Make play dates with friends who have dogs so he can play and have the company of other dogs. If you are ready, consider adopting another pet so he has a playmate and companionship. Try gently encouraging him to play with you, teach him tricks or get him involved in a group activity like agility. I hope you can find him something to spark his interest and get him engaged again.

Hi. Yes, just like people, pets can become depressed for a period of time after a loss or change. Getting another pet is totally a personal decision. If that's what she has been used to, it is definitely an option. If you aren't ready, or not wanting another pet, she will adjust.