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My dog drinks too much water, has red eyes, and dandruff. Is she sick?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Boxer | Female | unspayed | 60 lbs

My 5 yr old female boxer has been drinking a lot more water than normal for a couple weeks. She has had more eye excretions and now her eyes are red and squinty. She also suddenly seems less me she has dandruff. Energy and appetite are good.

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on January 13th, 2020

Rita needs to be examined by the veterinarian. Drinking more water than normal can be related to a bladder infection, kidney problems, diabetes or endocrine disease. The other symptoms could be related to the same conditions so I recommend to play it safe and have her examined. She will need some blood work and a urinalysis. other diagnostics may also be recommended. I hope this helps.

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