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My 13-year-old Boxer is losing weight and peeing too much. Why?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 70 lbs

How can I get my 13yrs gain weight she is getting skinny she might even have hip problems and can't get enough water she is a boxer and piss alot

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Answered By David Elbeze, DVM, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on November 3rd, 2017

loss of weight and excess urination can be a sign of kidney failure or diabetes, you must take her to the vet as soon as you can in order to have a blood test done, this should reveal what the problem is.

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