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my 13 year old female dog (breed unknown) has just started drinnking an excessive amount of water. This has been going on for about two weeks. Today she pee'd while laying down and did not move (very unlike her). Other than her drinking everything else is normal. Any ideas?

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Excessive thirst is one sign of diabetes. Take her to the vet.

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Could be many things

Diabetes, cushings, thyroid, pancreatitis

vet trip for sure

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could be the weather... is it rather dry in your home?


sudden changes in temperatures?


winter weather is dry and that increases water consumpution in pets.

my dog did that last winter.

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it is Kidney Failure..Thaks to those who replied

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Oh dear I am so sorry!

Could they do anything?

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awwwwwwwwwwww sorry to hear that.At this age I don't see it cureable.That is usually the first thing that shuts down with age...:(

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oohhh.. fortunately you caught it when you did.

all the best to you and your dog.

:(

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