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My dog isn't drinking water for 3 days. Is clear urine normal?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | spayed | 9 years and 2 months old | 9 lbs

Clear urine past 3 days. Hasn't drank water on her own for 3 days, until today. I've been giving Pedialyte with broth. No temp. Gums nice and pink

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Answered By Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on October 6th, 2017

Unless they are nauseous or very ill, dogs are usually pretty good at regulating their hydration. If Scribbles has a decreased appetite or has not eaten in 3 days, then I would probably be more concerned. If this is the case, you may want to have her checked out by a vet to see what could be going on. If you have a specific question as to what is going on with Scribbles, feel free to post another questions. Just remember that we do not have access to your previous questions!

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