My dog is sad and sleeping a lot. Could it be boredom or an illness?

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Satsuki is acting sad today, she's sleeping a lot and just sulking around following everyone. When she sees people, she'll get excited, but inside she seems sad. Does she need to be outside (not in the backyard) where she can see and meet people or is there an underlying problem? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 10 months and 26 days old | 3 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

When a pet has some kind of change in behvaior that last for more than a day or two, followed by decreased appetite or some other symptoms, then it could very well be a sign of an underlying illness and you should get her checked by your vet soon. However, if she is just displaying odd behavior and still eating, drinking, urinating, and defecating normally, she likely is just bored. Try socializing her more if that is the case, and see if this makes any difference in her mood. Best wishes with your pet Satsuki, and I hope she starts to feel like her normal self soon! Take care.

My dog is sad and sleeping a lot. Could it be boredom or an illness?

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