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Sent to Pet Experts May 11 10:28 AM

A Pug 9 years old. Is drinking water almost steady for the last few days. She had flat worms we wormed her but is still drinking. Please help. Thanks

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May 11 10:50 AM (21 minutes and 56 seconds later)
         
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 At 9 and lots of water...it is time for bloodwork/urinalysis. One of the big RED FLAGs of vet medicine is changes in water consumption. It is an early indicator for kidney disease, diabetes, endocrine problems, etc.

The tapeworm issue will not cause this.  Please make an appointment and get her checked.

Dr.V



Dr. D.A. Vamvakias
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