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My dog won't eat, still lethargic after cough medicine. What's wrong?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog won't eat. Had a cough the past few days and decreased appetite (would eat only a little); had her on medicine and now she doesn't seem to cough but won't eat at all. Still lethargic but does move/run around and drinks water normally.

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 28th, 2019

Thank you for submitting your question regarding your dog. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian again. It is worrisome that she still will not eat. Based on her exam findings, she may need to have x-rays of her chest and laboratory work done. It is important to determine why she is not feeling well so that she can be helped. I hope that this information helps!

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