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My puppy has diarrhea, is lethargic, and limping. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Female | spayed | 7 months and 24 days old | 45 lbs

My puppy has had diarrhea for 24 hours, is lethargic and is having trouble walking on her front paw

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Answered By Rodrigo Roca, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 25th, 2019

Hello, thank you for your question about Luna. I would recommend having Luna seen by your veterinarian as soon as possible. Diarrhea and lethargy can be signs of a serious infection, parvovirus, in young puppies. Additionally puppies can become dehydrated and have low body temperature very rapidly. Your veterinarian can examine Luna and discuss the need for diagnostics such as systemic bloodwork. Hope this helps, good luck!

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