Why is my dog drinking a lot of water and losing weight?
As with diabetes in humans, sometimes a dog’s body’s stops producing enough insulin or the cells of a dog’s body are unable to use the insulin that is produced. When either condition occurs, the result is diabetes mellitus, which causes excessive thirst and urination and extreme hunger accompanied by weight loss.
Why is my dog drinking so much water but not eating?
If he is not eating, but is drinking water he could potentially just be a picky eater. Monitor him for a day or two and see if his appetite changes. If not, and he still only continues to drink water, you should consult your vet. If he is not eating or drinking, you need to call your vet immediately.
Why is my cat loosing weight and drinking more water?
Hi Dr. Debra, I have two 14-year-old cats. But the boy seems too be sicker that the girl cat. He is old and losing weight. I can tell because they both are VERY BIG cats. I can now feel his spine. They both seem to be drinking a lot of water.
What should I do if my dog is drinking a lot of water?
A dog losing weight and having the additional symptom of drinking a lot of water should elude concern from the owner. It should prompt an immediate visit to the veterinarian. Petcha.com notes that the two leading health issues that come along with the symptoms of weight loss and excessive drinking are diabetes mellitus and kidney failure.
What to do if your dog is losing weight?
Talk to your veterinarian to find out what the cause for weight loss could be. A dog losing weight and having the additional symptom of drinking a lot of water should elude concern from the owner. It should prompt an immediate visit to the veterinarian.
What happens if your 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).
What causes excessive thirst and weight loss in dogs?
As the blood sugar levels increase, glucose is lost from the kidney cells into the urine. Water is drawn from the kidney cells to balance the rise in osmotic pressure of the urine causing the dog to compensate by drinking water excessively. Increased thirst is one of the first symptoms of diabetes in dogs.
Why is my old dog losing so much weight?
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Talk to your veterinarian to find out what the cause for weight loss could be. A dog losing weight and having the additional symptom of drinking a lot of water should elude concern from the owner. It should prompt an immediate visit to the veterinarian.