Dehydration Symptoms Tented Skin (if you pull the skin up it doesn't snap back quickly) Lethargy. Sunken eyes. Loss of appetite.
How do I know if my puppy is dehydrated?
Dehydration is most commonly spotted by the loss of elasticity in your pup's skin. To test this, simply pull lightly on their skin. If it doesn't return to its original position quickly, your dog is potentially experiencing dehydration. Another sign of dehydration is xerostomia.
How do you treat a dehydrated puppy?
If your dog is mildly dehydrated provide your dog with small amounts of water to drink every few minutes or offer your dog pieces of ice to lick. You could also provide your dog with Ringer's lactate (an electrolyte replacement fluid) to help replenish their lost minerals.
How does a dehydrated puppy act?
Dogs who are suffering from even mild dehydration may become lethargic. They may not feel like moving around much and may simply rest until they are able to rehydrate again. If your dog's dehydration is mild, offer cool, clean water so he can rehydrate on his own time.
What happens if your puppy is dehydrated?
Dehydration happens if your dog loses more water and electrolytes than they take in, and organs and other areas of the body will start to suffer. This common but serious health emergency can lead to loss of consciousness and kidney failure. It may even be fatal.
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