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My pitbull is shaking, drooling, scared, and won't drink. Is he sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | American Pit Bull Terrier | Male | neutered | 1 year and 8 months old | 90 lbs

my 2 yr old american pitbull terrier looks scared of me and everything thats noisy or movces, is shakingwith every breath, has clear salive dripping from chin wont drink water . Is he sick or perhaps poison ?

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on December 21st, 2016

Oh dear! These are very concerning signs. Yes, I would be concerned that he may have ingested something toxic, or that he's very sick for some other reason. I would recommend taking him to an emergency vet tonight if at all possible, as this may be a life-threatening problem that can't wait until morning.

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