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Why is my puppy lethargic, grunting, dry nose, and not eating?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | unspayed | 4 months and 9 days old | 30 lbs

Good day. My Australian Cattle Dog Puppy is not very active today. She is making grunting sounds when laying down, has a bit of a dry nose and she does not really have a great appetite today. What could be causing this?

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Answered By Dr. Strydom, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on February 16th, 2020

Unfortunately, those symptoms are all very vague. Pretty much any disease process or illness could cause them. I suggest you monitor her closely for the next 24 hours and if she is still not back to normal she should be examined by your vet right away.

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