My dog is panting, thirsty, restless. Should I go to the ER?

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I think my dog has cushings , is it syndrome? Heavy panting, restlessness, thirsty .... i cant see the vet until Monday, is there anything i can do to help her or should i get to an ER ..It si 30 miles away and I dont want to stress her more. Please help...she was otherwise healthy until 3 weeks ago...she is 10 years old and is a nervous breed mix terrior. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 9 years and 8 months old | 20 lbs

Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Cushing’s syndrome (if that is indeed what she has), is rarely an emergency. Many dogs have had the disorder for months (or years) prior to diagnosis. However, diabetes can have very similar signs and that is more of a concern. If she has lost weight, or if she is not eating then I would recommend an emergency veterinarian to make sure she is not diabetic and starting to Decompensate. I also notice that she is not spayed. Pyometra is a uterine infection that usually starts with increased water intake, But they usually progress to not feeling well soon. Some of these dogs also have vaginal discharge and typically occurs 6 weeks or so after last heat cycle. If she is eating well and seem fine otherwise then waiting until Monday seems appropriate to me. If possible try to take a urine sample with you to your veterinarian appointment. Best of luck and I hope she does well. Thank you for using Pet Coach.

My dog is panting, thirsty, restless. Should I go to the ER?

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