My senior dog is suddenly anxious, panting, restless, and hiding. Why?

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My dog is having high anxiety, restlessness, panting and jumping as if scared. He is hinging under desk or vanity where I am sitting. He is 19 lbs and 15 years old. Pet's info: Dog | Lhasa Apso | Male | neutered | 15 years and 1 month old | 19 lbs

Lauren Jones VMD · Accepted Answer

Poor Gibson! As dogs age, they can develop canine cognitive dysfunction (similar to dementia in humans) or decreases in their hearing and sight, which can result in anxiety and behavioral changes. Restlessness, panting and sudden jumping could also be a sign of pain. At this point, your best bet is to take Gibson to his vet for evaluation to determine if he has any apparent sources of pain, which could be managed with pain medication. If not, your vet will be able to discuss some of the different medication options to try to manage cognitive dysfunction, but these are not always overly effective. I hope that all goes well!

My senior dog is suddenly anxious, panting, restless, and hiding. Why?

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