Puppy sick with lethargy and drooling: Is it an emergency?

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We are not sure if Walter should be taken to emergency tonight or if he can wait until morning? We live approx. one hour from emergency vet hospital. Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 22 days old | 45 lbs

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

I am not sure you read it, but I have just replied to your question. ''....Given his age, the lethargy (which is a systemic sign) and the persistency of the signs (now drooling as well) I would recommend a check up at your local veterinarian now. Antibiotics may be needed as often gastrointestinal signs have an infective origin in such young puppies. I am suggesting a check up as in young dogs clinical signs can deteriorate quite quickly and it would be best to have him checked before the night (when you cannot monitoring him).''

Puppy sick with lethargy and drooling: Is it an emergency?

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