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My dog won't open her mouth, eat, yawn, or bark. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 4 years and 4 months old

My 4 year old Chihuahua chews on anything she can get her paws on and now she doesnt yawn or eat at all ans she barely opens her mouth or barks

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on November 16th, 2017

I would worry that something in her mouth is hurting her! There could be something lodged in her mouth or throat area, a tooth abscess or she could have pain in the muscles that contract with her jaw. I would recommend to take her into the veterinarian tomorrow for an exam. I hope Aqua starts feeling better quickly!

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