Why is my senior Boxer disoriented, restless, in pain, and not eating?

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my boxer is 12 years old and she is showing signs of disorientation and not eating very much, she is restless and seems to be in pain but i dont know where from can you advice please? Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | spayed

Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

This is a quite generic but concerning sign. Differentials are many, from gastrointestinal diseases (infection/inflammations often dietary related) to any disease that can spread systemically (causing lethargy for example) like infection, and anything that can cause pain/discomfort. In Boxer, especially of a certain age, spinal pain due to ostheoarthritis can be quite severe and cause the signs you described. The approach must be logic, starting from offering different kind of food. A check up is needed if inappetence last for more than 24hours. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

Why is my senior Boxer disoriented, restless, in pain, and not eating?

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