Why is my senior dog pacing, panting, hiding, and crying in pain?

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My dog is about ten yrs old. He has certain days where he will just run around and pace back and fourth & pant . I think he also has hip pain because he walks funny sometimes and cries when I pet him there (sometimes) he's been hiding under my bed for like two weeks. He is still eating, drinking, & going to the bathroom. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 10 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

pacing, crying when touched, hiding, panting are all signs of pretty severe pain. You need to take Willie to your vet for an exam, x-rays, and possibly blood tests to find out why he is in so much pain. Your vet can then assess the condition and prescribe relevant medication to make him feel better, such as pain medicine.

Why is my senior dog pacing, panting, hiding, and crying in pain?

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