My dog has pale white gums and is lethargic. What could be wrong?

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I have a Pitt bull terrier with pale and white gums and warm and dry nose and not active as usual and pale coat. Pet's info: Dog | Pit Bull Terrier | Male | unneutered | 20 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Oh dear! Pale or white gums can be associated with severe anemia, shock, or heart failure - this is a very concerning sign that warrants immediate veterinary attention. A warm dry nose is a pretty non-specific sign that doesn't really mean anything in particular, and a pale or thinning haircoat can be associated with any kind of long-term illness. It sounds like Bae may be seriously ill, so I would recommend taking him to an emergency clinic tonight to be seen. If this isn't possible, then I would take him to your regular veterinarian first thing in the morning. Your veterinarian can do blood work, x-rays, or other testing if needed to help diagnose the problem and see what kind of treatment is needed.

My dog has pale white gums and is lethargic. What could be wrong?

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