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My dog won't eat, is lethargic, and vets are closed. What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Caucasian Ovcharka | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 2 months old | 165 lbs

I have a 14 months old Caucasian Shepherd and for the past 2 days he hasn't eaten anything, he doesn't want to play, he doesn't want to do anything, I tried giving him rice with chicken but he doesn't want to eat it and all the veterinary clinics are closed due to holidays until the 2nd of January , what can I do to make him feel better?

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 28th, 2017

It is hard to state exactly what to do to make Max feel better. He really needs a veterinarian to perform a physical examination on him and some diagnostics. If there is an emergency veterinarian in your area I would recommend bringing him there. I would ask neighbors to see if there is someone open right now. I am concerned if Max does not get help he will continue to decline. I hope Max feels better soon and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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