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I have a 15 year old West Highland White Terrier. He has ...

Sent to Pet Experts December 03, 2005 9:55 a.m.

I have a 15 year old West Highland White Terrier. He has been slowing down but now he doesn't want to eat anything! What should I do to keep him comfortable?

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Age: >12; Male; Breed: West Highland White Terrier

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We've tried giving him chicken & rice, eggs. Right now he eats nothing but prior to this he was vomitting his chicken & rice.

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December 03, 2005 11:18 a.m. (1 hour and 22 minutes later)

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At this age, you really need to go ahead and see the vet with him. This breed his prone to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) so you need to go ahead and take him in.

He may have an intestinal blockage or other issue that could be serious. You need to find the cause for the inappetance or get some IV fluids and nutrition into him.

Let me know if you still have questions.

Tammy F. -- Pet Care Expert -- 99% Positive Feedback on 5042 Pet Accepts
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Sent December 04, 2005 11:09 a.m. (23 hours and 51 minutes later)

Relist: I want a different opinion.

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