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My senior dog is drinking a lot and not eating. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Irish Red and White Setter | Male | unneutered | 13 years and 5 months old | 112 lbs

My dog is 11 he has a cyst that can’t be removed and he’s not eating unless I’m with him I added water to the kibble and he ate it he’s drinking excessively ?

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on May 28th, 2018

I would recommend bringing Boots to the veterinarian to have blood work performed on him. Dogs can develop multiple different endocrine disorders that can make them drink more (ie. Diabetes, etc). After blood work and urinalysis your veterinarian can see what treatment is needed. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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