If your lethargic dog is refusing to eat is either mild or strong stomach discomfort, this is often the cause of accumulated stomach acid when there isn't any food in the stomach, this will more than often result in vomiting, nausea a lethargic dog and it will also without a doubt cause dehydration in dogs. This will be very stressful for your dog and they will certainly display symptoms of a lethargic dog.
If the lethargic dog refuses to eat, blood sugar levels will go down, Hypoglycaemia can produce weakness and dizziness and the do may be shaking. There are certain supplements that can be given when your dog won't eat, they will help make your dog feel better to the point where their appetite has returned.
In those situations the best way to go is always to consult a Veterinarian. There are also some remedia to help your lethargic dog and reverse the effects of hypoglycaemia. You can feed your pet Nurti-Cal which is a form of sugar that can help your dog eating again. Another good idea is to bring your dog a treat, especially one you may have used when you first began teaching your dog tricks. If your dog won't eat food he might be more tempted by something that is viewed as a treat, causing your lethargic dog to become excited even if for a brief period.
If you find your lethargic dog won't eat it is vital to make sure they are ingesting enough liquids, if the dog won't drink as well, you have a potentially very dangerous problem; dehydration in dogs is as serious as it is in people.
Not drinking will further make the problem worse and lack of hydration will at worst result in death. Consulting urgently a veterinarian is a necessity in this situation. A good way to trick your lethargic dog into drinking is to put a wet cloth on dog's nose, this will cause your pet to instinctively lick their nose, simply keep doing this.
Always seek out a Veterinaria if you are ever in doubt, if your dog wont eat for 24 hours, it is requisite. It is always better to look foolish and worrisome than to have a lethargic dog showcasing obvious dog health symptoms.
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