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My dog had pancreatitis. Should I worry she's not drinking water?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Female | unspayed | 10 years and 6 months old | 8 lbs

My dog was just hospitalized for pancreatitis over night and was released this morning. She is holding down her food (wet, in small amounts) but is not drinking water

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 6th, 2019

I'm sorry Ladybug has pancreatitis! Wet food has water in it, so she is getting some water. Try adding additional water to the wet food. Keep offering her drinking water, but if she still isn't drinking in another 24 hours, give her vet a call. Best of luck.

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