Michael P. asked
Our 11-year-old terrier mix rescue dog, Ginger, became lethargic, wouldn't eat treats, was panting and licking her lips a lot, and was very clingy. She also seemed to have discomfort in her back legs but is walking and hopping normally. We took her to the emergency vet, where the exam and blood work were good, and she defecated this morning with some pinkish tones but no visible blood. The vet gave her trazadone for anxiety. Could her symptoms be related to her back legs, anxiety, or possibly ingesting something odd? Should we be concerned about her anal glands?
March 10th, 2023
Joseph D. answered
The symptoms you described could be related to discomfort in Ginger's back legs, anxiety, or possibl...
March 10th, 2023
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