My dog has a dry nose, won't eat, and sleeps a lot. Is she sick?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | unspayed | 22 lbs
My dog has a dry nose and does not eat regularly and has been sleeping a lot
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Published on January 20th, 2020
Unfortunately these symptoms can signal many many conditions. Just like people, there are many conditions that can make pets feel sick. This could range from an infection to cancer. Also like us, diseases are best addressed early and this may result in a better prognosis. I recommend to have her examined by the veterinarian within the next 24 hours. The doctor will need to learn the underlying cause in order to give appropriate treatment. Bring in a stool sample in case the doctor needs to test it. I hope Blu starts feeling better quickly! Please feel free to post any additional questions.
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Published on January 25th, 2019
I wouldn't worry about Princess having a dry nose, this isn't a sign of illness in dogs. A dog's nose can go from wet to dry just by laying in the sun or near a heat source. It sounds like she is lethargic, and unfortunately that is a very general sign of illness. All you can do is keep an eye on her for now, there are no OTC drugs that can be given. If she is still acting this way in the morning, take her into the vet for a health check. Best of luck.
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Hi my dogs nose is dry her eyes are red she's not eating shes peeing in da house n shes shakes sometimes thank you
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