Dog lethargic and cries when picked up, but eating and walking fine?

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My dog is lethargic and cries sometimes when she is picked up. She seems to be in some sort of pain and not in full energy. She is eating and drinking normal. Her urine and stool is normal. When she walks she doesn't seem to be in any pain and she isn't walking differently. Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed | 9 years and 6 months old | 9 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

This sounds like abdominal pain, or back pain. Since she’s not spayed you need to be concerned about a uterine infection which could cause lethargy and abdominal discomfort. If she has a bulging disk in her back that can cause pain also. I would take her temperature to check for a fever, and if she has a fever or these symptoms continue then please bring her in for an exam and treatment. They will feel to find where she’s painful and may do an X-ray or blood tests to diagnose the problem. She’s a very small dog so please don’t wait too long since she doesn’t have the body reserves of a bigger dog. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Luna.

Dog lethargic and cries when picked up, but eating and walking fine?

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