My dog has white gums, red spots, and won't eat. Is it an emergency?

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My dog develop red spots on her body, her tongue and gum became white instead of pink. She doesn't shows tiredness but her appetite wasn't too good. Is there any problem with her. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 2 years and 2 months old | 36 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Poor Chloe! If her tongue and gums look white instead of pink, this is a medical emergency - she needs to be seen by a vet right away. This can be caused by internal bleeding, heart failure, or severe shock. The red spots on her body could be related to a bleeding disorder, or could be unrelated. The emergency vet can do blood work to help determine what's wrong and get her started on appropriate treatment right away.

My dog has white gums, red spots, and won't eat. Is it an emergency?

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