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Why is my old pug suddenly unresponsive and urinating unaware?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Pug | Male | neutered | 13 years and 4 months old | 23 lbs

Sudden loss of appetite, constipation, iurinating without being aware, lifeless, not really aware. 13 yr old pug that until 2 days ago was doing very well and full of attitude

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Answered By Catherine Stecyk

Veterinarian

Published on May 23rd, 2019

Hello and thank you for reaching out to Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. It sounds like Jinx may have a serious neurologic condition that is causing him to act so strangely. I recommend having him seen by your veterinarian at their next available appointment. I would be worried that he had a seizure or a stroke. Your vet can perform a physical and neurologic exam to see if they can localize the problem. They may recommend bloodwork to check for underlying disease that may have predisposed Jinx to have a neurologic episode. I hope this is helpful!

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