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My dog suddenly won't let me touch him. Is he sick or in pain?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | 7 years and 8 months old

My dog do not allowed anyone to touch him now a day's

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Published on April 26th, 2017

Tuffy may be very sick or painful from some kind of injury. If he all of a sudden doesn't let you touch him, then something serious is likely going on. If you can get him to a veterinarian for an examination you should do so right away.

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