Is my dog in pain? He's suddenly hiding, not playful, and trying to bite.
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | neutered | 5 years and 8 months old | 8 lbs
My dog a 6yr old yorkie has completely changed behaviour since this afternoon, hes just resting on my bed upstairs on his own doesnt want us there when i went up to check him hes not wagging tail as usually i go to stroke him and hes trying to bite he seems so down not his playing happy self usually always wants to be near me. What could be wrong! Is he depressed or in pain i think? Hes still barking normally at the door and does come down think hes walkig normally just doesnt want attenetion
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Published on January 1st, 2018
Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! It does sound like Milo is acting a little strange. This can be caused by pain, discomfort, or nausea. I recommend keeping a close eye on him over the next 24 hours and having him seen by a vet if these symptoms continue. He should be seen as soon as possible if he begins vomiting, has diarrhea, loses his appetite, or is unresponsive. I hope this helps and am happy to answer any other questions you may have!
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Published on April 14th, 2018
I would see if there is an ER vet close to you, as it's very concerning that Milo is vomiting as well as not eating or drinking anything, and breathing funny. This is not something that can wait until Monday, he could quickly get sicker and/or become severely dehydrated from vomiting and not having any water. If there isn't an ER vet in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website site. Please start calling around to find a vet to see Milo now. Best of luck.
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Published on July 30th, 2017
Hi there! Sometimes dogs have days where they just don't feel right, just like we do. As long as he isn't vomiting, having diarrhea, or is unresponsive, it's probably safe to just watch him for a little while and see what he does. Additionally, if he doesn't appear interested in food, this may also be an indicator of something brewing. I recommend that you bring him to the vet if he hasn't perked up within 24 hours, or if any of the symptoms I mentioned above develop. Good luck and I hope that Milo feels better soon!
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Published on November 4th, 2018
Hi. It sounds like Milo is pretty sick. If he is sleeping a lot, not eating, and vomiting, he needs to be seen in order to find out what is going on. Since he is young and only 6 months old, if he is not fully vaccinated Parvo is definitely a possibility. He could have also eaten something that he shouldn't have. Parasites are also a possibility at this age as well. He is most likely sleeping a lot because he is lethargic and not feeling well. I would recommend getting him seen right away so that you can get on top of whatever is causing this and get him some supportive care no matter what the cause is. Good luck and I hope he feels better soon
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