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My puppy is very tired after a trip. Is this normal or concerning?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Male | unneutered | 3 months and 9 days old | 11 lbs

I have a 13 month corgi puppy, we just returned from a trip where he stayed with some relatives. He seems very tired, slept all the way back and after getting home. He woke up to eat and drink water but has yet to go potty. He is just sleeping. Is it something to be concerned about or is he just overly tired from the busy weekend?

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on August 2nd, 2021

Hello and thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Cornelius may be tired from the trip indeed. Other common causes of lethargy in a puppy include fever, ongoing infection, abdominal or musculo-skeletal pain and more. As long as Cornelius had something to eat and drink and is resting comfortably, you should monitor him at home.
However, if he is still lethargic tomorrow morning, you should take him to your local vets for an appointment.

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM
Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident
Published on November 30th, 2018
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This may be due to the travel you mentioned. I would not be too concerned about this at this point. I would continue monitoring him for now. If you notice that he is progressively getting more lethargic or that he is developing other signs such as vomiting, diarrhea or inappetence, have him evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Best of luck!
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