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Why is my golden retriever so thirsty?

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Many conditions can lead to excessive thirst or dehydration in your dog, including diabetes, Cushing's disease, cancer, diarrhea, fever, infection, kidney disease, and liver disease, Sometimes, however, it may not be the condition itself causing your dog's excessive thirst, but the medication used to treat it. 8 мая 2021 г.


Why does my golden retriever drink so much water?

Causes of Increased Water Intake Increased water intake can be a sign of many different conditions. Kidney failure, diabetes mellitus, and Cushing's syndrome are the most common causes in senior dogs. Increased water consumption may also be seen with dehydration, however, this condition may be seen in dogs of all ages.

Do Goldens drink a lot of water?

How Much Water Should A Dog Drink? That means that for a healthy and moderately active 70-pound Golden Retriever, they should be drinking between 35 to 70 ounces of water per day, which is about 4 1/3 cups to 8 ¾ cups, or ¼ to ½ gallon.

Why is my dog suddenly drinking so much water?

If your dog is suddenly very thirsty for a day or so, it's usually not a cause for concern. Dogs may drink more if they're very hot, bored, have eaten certain foods, or have recently exercised. Very active dogs and nursing dogs drink more than other dogs.

Should I be concerned if my dog is drinking a lot of water?

Being aware of your dog's water intake is important because drinking too little water can lead to dehydration while drinking too much water can be an indication of organ disease. If your dog is drinking more, he'll probably also be peeing more (another sign of a potential problem).

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