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My 3-year-old dog used to be energetic. Why is he so tired now?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labradoodle | Male | neutered | 3 years and 11 months old | 36 lbs

how can I get my 3 1/2-year-old dog to be more energetic? he was but not anymore. He's an adorable labradoodle and his name is fuzzy.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 31st, 2019

First thing to do is have Fuzzy seen by a vet. There can be a medical reason behind his lethargy, and a health check should be done now to make sure everything is ok. I'd take him into a vet in the morning.

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