My dog is very lethargic today. She is drooling a little and her nose is running. Could this potentially be an urgent situation? Thank you! Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Female | spayed | 2 years and 7 months old | 80 lbs

I'm sorry Pebbles isn't feeling well! I am concerned by your description that she is very lethargic. Lethargy is a very general sign of illness, and it can be caused by systemic illness, infection, inflammation, or injury among many other causes. The drooling and runny nose could be due to a respiratory infection. As long as Pebbles is eating and drinking normally, and going to the bathroom normally, then you can wait until the morning to have her seen by a vet. If she, however, isn't eating or drinking normally, then I would have her seen by a vet now.

Thank you for contacting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach with your question about Bentley. Poor boy. Drooling can be a sign of nausea, pain, or a dental problem, while the runny nose is a sign of a respiratory infection. As long as he is eating and drinking, isn't lethargic, and isn't constantly scratching at his ear, you can wait until the morning to have him seen by a vet. Feed him a bland diet of boiled white meat chicken (no bones) and white rice in small amounts several times a day for a couple of days to see if that helps with the drooling. Then slowly add back in his normal diet. I hope this helps!