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My 5-year-old Lab barely eats, grunts when lying down. Is he in pain?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | neutered | 30 lbs

I have a black lab who is 5 years old who recently barely eats and is grunting when he lays down. Is he in pain?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on August 12th, 2018

Yes, it is possible that Rambo is in pain. It's concerning that he is barely eating, and that tells me that something is really wrong. I would take him into a vet first thing in the morning. Best of luck.

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