Signs of Distress in Pets

If you see these signs, it's time to contact your veterinarian

MetPet.com Staff Writer

Changes in eating, drinking and elimination
Loss of appetite for more than 24 hours
Dramatic increase in appetite for more than 24 hours
Dramatic increase in drinking
Diarrhea for more than 12 hours
Constipation
Inability to urinate
Excessive urination for more than 12 hours
Excessive vomiting for more than 12 hours
Dramatic weight loss

Changes in respiration
Excessive coughing or sneezing for more than 24 hours
Difficulty breathing
Excessive panting
Excessive drooling

Changes in coordination
Loss of balance, falling
Fainting
Obvious pain or difficulty when rising or lying down

Unusual discharges
Runny eyes and nose
Thick discharge from eyes, ears, nose or
any other part of the body
Bloody discharges

Changes in habits
Excessive restlessness
Excessive sleepiness
Shivering
Unusual whining, whimpering or crying

Changes in movement
Limping
Protecting parts of the body
Holding legs and feet off the ground