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My dog has dry mouth and pants. Where to get affordable vet tests?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cairn Terrier | Female | spayed | 5 years and 5 months old | 19.2 lbs

My dog has dry mouth and pants for no apparent reason. It just started two weeks ago. She swallows to moisten her mouth and you can hear how dry it is. Then she licks her lips over and over again. She does not have gum disease or dental issues. She also has a vaginal infection and I received antibiotics for it. I did not get blood and x-ray done yet, hut suggested to determine why the dry mouth and panting. Where can I get low cost on x-ray and blood test? She is the white one.

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on March 26th, 2019

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, I agree Blanca needs to have some x-rays and blood work done to help determine the cause of her dry mouth and panting. You can ask you veterinarian about payment plans or other payment options they have available.Your local animal shelters or humane societies may be able to offer you discounted prices for routine services.

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