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My dog won't eat, drink, or poop and is breathing weirdly. What to do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund (Miniature Smooth Haired) | Male | neutered | 6 years and 5 months old | 15 lbs

My dog is breathing weird he hasnt ate in 3 maybe 4 days he barely drinks any water he hasnt had a stool in a few days what do i do ?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on November 5th, 2019

This is a medical emergency, and you need to have Dexter seen by a vet now. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website.

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