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My dog is restless, panting, pacing, and has diarrhea. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 5 years and 4 months old | 90 lbs

My dog is restless, panting heavily and diarrhea. He has been pacing a lot this morning.

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 27th, 2019

If Maxx seems very painful or in severe distress and this has been ongoing all morning, it would be a good idea to bring him to a vet ASAP. Diarrhea in addition to pain, heavy panting or distress may indicate severe GI upset, obstruction, GDV (bloat), or another illness, and should be checked out by a vet right away if his symptoms are continuing.

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    Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

    Veterinary Technician

    Published on August 14th, 2017

    Heavy panting can be a sign of distress or pain in dogs. If she has been kept cool and allowed access to water, but is still panting heavily or seems in distress or has pale or blue colored tongue/gums, then it is best to bring her to a vet immediately for care. If the loose stool has been ongoing, bringing in a sample along with Paleta to your vet may help determine if there is a related underlying cause.

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