My dog Is feeling lethargic . He cries when I touch his stomach. No vomit. No diarrhea and he yelps when I pick hIm up or touch his lower abdomen

Updated On March 27th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Pinscher | Male | neutered | 7 years and 11 months old | 22 lbs

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

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Thank you for contacting PetCoach with your question about Napoleon. Poor boy. It could be that he has pain in his back causing him to yelp when you pick him up or touch his stomach. I recommend resting him for the next 48 hours. No running, jumping, or playing. Take him out to toilet on a leash, and bring him right back in when he's done. If he still appears painful after this time, then I would take him into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose where the pain is coming from, and can dictate a treatment plan for it. He may also benefit from some pain medications, which the vet can prescribe. Please do not give him any human pain medications, as many are toxic to dogs and can be fatal if given. I hope this helps!

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