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How to prevent a dog from dehydrating?
Feed and water on a fixed schedule so the dog gets enough; in summer provide extra water and avoid long activity in heat. For dehydration from diarrhea/vomiting, give glucose/salt water and see a vet.
Dog can’t urinate, only drips.
Causes: 1) urinary disease - infection (amoxicillin-clavulanate or cephalexin, then hydrochlorothiazide); if still blocked, stones need X-ray/hospital. 2) slow metabolism - exercise more. 3) low water - soak kibble, give light diuretic foods, ensure water.
A dog ate some lamb liver a few days ago and now has seizures, breathing difficulty, weakness, no appetite, and drinks very little. What is the cause?
If a dog ate lamb liver a few days ago and now shows seizures, breathing difficulty, weakness, loss of appetite, and low water intake, the most likely cause is vitamin A toxicity or another metabolic issue from the organ meat, though other toxins or disease are possible. Lamb liver is very rich and can overwhelm the system.
What happens if a dog drinks a lot of water?
If a dog drinks a lot of water, it is usually normal with exercise or heat, but excessive thirst can signal diabetes, kidney disease, or Cushing's, and leads to more urination. Sudden big changes warrant attention.
How long after a dog’s tooth extraction can it drink water?
A dog can usually drink water a few hours after a tooth extraction once the anesthesia has worn off, but avoid using straws or forcing intake. Small amounts of water are fine.
What Happens If a Dog Eats Runny Food?
Runny food has pros and cons: more water intake aids urinary health and digestion, but long-term soft food harms oral health, causing plaque and stones. Brush teeth often.
Senior unneutered dog, good spirits and appetite, but frequent urination about every half hour, large volume, often on the bed; ultrasound shows no reproductive inflammation, blood tests normal except mild heart failure
Increased urination in senior dogs is common; aging affects urinary and gut function, needing more water to excrete waste, and temperature changes alter intake. If drinking and urinating rise with weight loss, suspect diabetes and check glucose and urine sugar with low-sugar diet. Painful urination or genital licking suggests cystitis or urethritis; congenital or metabolic diseases like diabetes, kidney disease or Cushing's also cause it.
How to tell if a dog’s stool is too dry?
Normal stool is cylindrical and moderately firm, easy to pick up and pinch. Dry stool is hard to pinch and the dog strains, sometimes with red blood; severe cases become pellets with no defecation for days. Caused by low water and little exercise; add water, fruits and probiotics, or enema if severe.
What happens if a dog holds urine too long?
Long urine holding harms the urinary system: it weakens sphincters causing incontinence, and stagnant urine forms crystals or stones. It can also cause prostate or kidney disease.
How can I get my dog to drink more water?
If your dog won't drink, add a little milk, broth, or canned-food liquid to the water (finish it in one go to avoid spoiling). Cut back on kibble and serve homemade meals with extra broth to boost intake, and increase exercise so the dog gets thirsty.