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My pug has yellow gums, drinks a lot, high liver. Time to put down?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 14 years and 7 months old | 19 lbs

My 14 year old pug has yellow gums and is drinking a lot. Vet says high liver numbers. Is this a reason to put him down?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on February 19th, 2017

Poor puddy, unfortunately severe liver disease can be very difficult to treat successfully. It is important to carefully assess his quality of life and if he is not comfortable then yes, it may be time to euthanase. University of Ohio has a very useful discussion document on 'how to know when it is time'

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