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My dog is very tired, not eating or drinking. Is this an emergency?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Bernese Mountain Dog | Male | unneutered | 30 lbs

My dog has been very tired, can barely walk, isn't eating or drinking. What could be wrong?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 6th, 2018

Poor Rosco sounds very ill at the moment, and unfortunately without seeing him in person, I can't say for certain. He could have liver failure, kidney failure, a systemic illness, or even cancer among other causes. The only way to know for certain is to have him seen by a vet, and based on the symptoms you described, he should see a vet immediately. I would consider this an emergency. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one 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. Good luck!

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