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My dog is sleepy, dizzy, very thirsty, and only drinks tap water?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Golden Retriever | Male | 7 years and 11 months old | 32 lbs

He is feeling sleepy since a week...means even when he stands he feels dizziness. He is also feeling thirsty a lot but he didn't want to drink water from his own bowl...even when forced...instead he wants to drink from the tap...he is not at all active nowadays..

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on January 8th, 2020

These symptoms are very concerning but not distinct enough for guess what is causing fuels illness. Please have him fully assessed by a vet as a matter of urgency, depending on the physical exam findings, blood work or xrays may be required to investigate fully

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