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I just bought a dog, about 2-3 months old; since getting home it has been lying still, walks unsteadily, then after drinking water lies down with its eyes open
A new dog lying still and walking unsteadily may be sick (low blood sugar, dehydration), or just insecure in a new home if eating/eliminating normally—let it adjust. Watch for runny nose, vomiting, cough, diarrhea, fever; rule out distemper and parvovirus.
What happens if a dog eats too much watermelon?
Watermelon's water and fiber can cause diarrhea, vomiting, indigestion; its sugars can raise blood glucose. Feed in moderation; give pet probiotics for upset, or see a vet if it persists.
How long can a Teddy survive drinking only water and not eating?
An adult Teddy can live 10 to 20 days; a puppy with weaker constitution only 3 to 7 days. Long fasting harms health, causing low blood sugar, shock, liver and kidney disease, so feed on schedule. If it refuses food, see vet soon.
Are My Sugar Glider’s Toothpaste-Like Droppings Diarrhea or Normal?
Toothpaste-shaped droppings that are not wet or sticky are normal; wet unformed stool is diarrhea. Causes include new or spoiled food, bacteria or parasites, treated after a fecal test. Avoid new foods and keep water clean.
What happens if a dog eats watermelon?
A little watermelon is fine - sugar and water aid urination and hydration. But young sensitive dogs may get diarrhea; high sugar risks obesity and high blood glucose; iced watermelon irritates the gut.
I have a roughly 5-month-old large black puppy that eats anything. Three days ago it came home trembling; I thought it was cold. It stopped eating and only drank water. Today it returned weak and could barely walk, with cold paws and a stiff body. My relative thinks it ate rat poison and forced salt water down its throat. Its tongue looked pale and it drooled. Will it survive the night? What illness is this?
If the puppy is normally free-roaming, the cause could be poisoning, cold weather, low blood sugar, pain or an infectious disease. Check the temperature and move it indoors to keep warm, and observe its diet, temperature, nose, stool, energy and vomiting to narrow down the cause and treat accordingly.
What happens if a puppy eats watermelon?
A little watermelon usually has little effect, as it is mostly water and sugar. But sensitive stomachs and too much sugar can cause soft stools or diarrhea.
What happens if a dog drinks honey water?
A little honey water lubricates the gut and eases constipation, but too much causes diarrhea. High sugar burdens metabolism, causing obesity or diabetes. Severe constipation needs a vet.
Can a rabbit eat watermelon?
No. A rabbit's gut is fragile; watery fruit causes diarrhea, and watermelon's sugar harms teeth and mouth. Base the diet on fiber-rich hay like timothy and alfalfa.
Should You Soak Your Dog’s Kibble in Water? When It Helps and When It Doesn’t
Soaking kibble helps puppies (1–3 months), seniors, and dogs with mouth or digestion issues move to solid food gently. But healthy adult dogs shouldn't eat softened food long term — chewing dry kibble cleans teeth and prevents tartar. Keep water at ~40°C, soak just 5–10 minutes, and don't let it sit and breed bacteria.