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My dog is lethargic, not eating or drinking. What should I do now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | unneutered | 6.06 lbs

My dog Tom is not feeling well, he is very lethargic, not eating or drinking and is overall miserable any ideas how to help?

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Answered By Ricardo Fernandez, DVM

Veterinarian, Veterinary Oncology Resident

Published on September 30th, 2017

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! These clinical signs can sometimes be observed in patients with gastrointestinal conditions such as gastroenteritis, infections, inflammatory bowel disease, dietary indiscretion, among others. I recommend that you have Tom evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible for further assessment and treatment. They may recommend abdominal imaging and bloodwork to try to investigate the issue. Good luck! I hope he gets better soon! In the meantime, keep water available at all times to try to prevent dehydration.

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