Why is my dog lethargic, eating slower, and won't chew bones?

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My spayed five yr old pittie mix, is acting lethargic, her tongue sticks out slightly ...she eats, but slower, and dorsnt want to chew on her bones for about a week now..i dont see any teeth broken..she drinks the same amount of water, good poops nothing visible, urine looks clear. She eats dry dog with a little wet, but slower. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 4 years and 9 months old

Jenna Beyer, DVM, MBA, cVMA · Accepted Answer

It could be dental disease that is below the gum line. I would recommend that you have Lacy examined by a vet to see if this could be the issue, since there is clearly something going on. Until then, I would not offer her bones or very hard things to chew on.

Why is my dog lethargic, eating slower, and won't chew bones?

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