My dog has pancreatitis. What caused it? Is it serious or painful?

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My 8-year-old border collie has been diagnosed with Pancreatitis after a Blood Test. He has been vomiting sometimes and has an appetite increase. Sometimes, he is really tired too. The blood test results show that his pancreatic enzymes are too high, so the vet said he has pancreatitis. According to the vet, we should change his diet and keep him on antibiotics. Can you tell me what might have caused this and what we should do to treat him? Is it serious? Is he in pain? Thanks. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 7 years and 11 months old | 75 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

With pancreatitis, it is typically caused by them eating something that they were not supposed too. Usually from human food. I agree that changing Shadow's diet to a bland diet and keeping him on antibiotics (not long term) will be beneficial for him. Pancreatitis can be serious and is usually painful. Most dogs do very well on exactly what your vet is doing while more severe cases require intensive treatment and hospitalization. Here is some information on Pacreatitis. https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/pancreatitis-in-dogs I hope Shadow feels better soon and thank you for using PetCoach.

My dog has pancreatitis. What caused it? Is it serious or painful?

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