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Why is my dog lethargic, not eating, avoiding me, eating grass, and pacing?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | spayed | 13 years old | 55 lbs

My dog princess is very lethargic and isn't eating. She also is avoiding people has only eaten grass and keeps pacing. What is wrong with her?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on July 2nd, 2019

Unfortunately, her symptoms are very vague - they don't point to one specific illness or disease process. It sounds like her abdomen/stomach hurts. I suggest you take her to the vet for an exam. She is pacing from pain - I'm sure you don't want her to continue to be in pain. At her age I would be worried and it is best to catch this problem early.

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