What to do if my puppy won't eat, lost weight, and is lethargic?

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My puppy hasn’t eaten in seven days. She has lost a lot of weight. She doesn’t want to do anything but sleep. What should I do? Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 12 days old | 6 lbs

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Oh dear! If Piper has not eaten in seven days and is acting lethargic, this is definitely not normal - she needs to see a veterinarian as soon as possible, as this sounds like a potentially life-threatening problem. I would recommend taking her to an emergency clinic tonight to be seen. The veterinarian there can do blood work and x-rays if needed to help diagnose the problem and see what kind of treatment is needed. If you're not sure where to take her, try calling your regular vet's office - their voicemail message should have contact information for your nearest ER or an on-call doctor for emergencies.

What to do if my puppy won't eat, lost weight, and is lethargic?

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