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Why is my Shih Tzu sick with vomiting, weight loss, and red eyes?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Female | 3 years and 3 months old

My shih tzu has been feeling ill for almost 3 weeks now. Her eyes are red and has eye boogers then she doesn't wanna eat, she vomits yellow liquids and she lost quite an amount of weight. On the first week she had fevers every now and then, i think she also had a flu back then. What could be the problem with her health?? :(

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on September 17th, 2018

Oh my. I do think that Canine Influenza is possible, as well as pneumonia if there is any coughing or nasal discharge. I would highly recommend taking her to your vet immediately, since she is so ill and likely needs medical treatment in order to get better. I am so sorry your fur baby is ill and hope that you get her to the vet soon, so that you can hopefully help her make a full and speedy recovery. Best wishes to you and take care.

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