Signs Before Your Dog Gets Sick

 

Here are some common signs that a dog may be sick, in English:

1. **Changes in Appetite or Thirst**: Eating or drinking significantly less or more than usual.

2. **Lethargy or Low Energy**: Being unusually tired, less active, or reluctant to play or walk.

3. **Vomiting or Diarrhea**: Frequent or persistent vomiting or diarrhea, especially with blood or unusual color.

4. **Weight Loss or Gain**: Unexplained changes in weight over a short period.

5. **Changes in Behavior**: Increased aggression, anxiety, hiding, or clinginess.

6. **Difficulty Breathing**: Coughing, wheezing, or labored breathing.

7. **Changes in Urination**: Straining, frequent urination, blood in urine, or accidents in the house.

8. **Skin or Coat Changes**: Dull coat, excessive shedding, redness, sores, or scratching.

9. **Bad Breath or Odor**: Unusual smells from the mouth, ears, or body.

10. **Lameness or Stiffness**: Limping, difficulty moving, or reluctance to jump or climb stairs.

11. **Eye or Nose Discharge**: Watery, cloudy, or bloody discharge from eyes or nose.

12. **Fever**: Warm nose, ears, or body (though a dry nose alone isn’t a reliable indicator).

If you notice these signs, consult a veterinarian promptly for a proper diagnosis and treatment.