Signs that your pet is not feeling well

It is quite common these days that people prefer to have pets and not children. Regardless of the reasons, having a pet implies the responsibility that your pet (dog, cat, bird, fish, turtle, rabbit, etc.) has adequate living conditions.

Responsible pet ownership and care goes beyond providing food and water. This also implies allowing the animal to behave based on its instinct and not as we think it should. Likewise, it is important to meet the needs of socialization (walks and games), respect their space when there are demonstrations of affection and be attentive to the requirements of each pet according to its nature. Indeed, it is not only about going to the veterinary doctor when it is time for the vaccine or we want to carry out semi-annual check-ups, but it is also important to be careful and pay attention to the signs that allow us to see the state mood and health of our pet.

Sometimes we can worry and ask ourselves: what is wrong with him? Is something wrong with him that has him down? Why hasn't he eaten all day? Could it be that he is sick because his stools are different/of a strange color?, why does he hide when he sees me?, why is the color of urine dark?

We recommend that when you notice strange or unusual behavior in your pet, you pay attention; the knowledge you have of him or her will help you identify any abnormality in his or her health. Here are some signs that may be synonymous with pain or that you are not having a good time:

• Your stools have an unusual color or consistency. Worry if they are red.

• He hasn't eaten for several days, even his favorite foods.

• He doesn't greet you when you come home or get excited when he sees you.

• He crouches down, tucks his tail in, and jerks away.

• He hides from you for a long time and does not seek to socialize.

• Your breath smells bad or is too strong for usual.

• Excessive licking of an area of his body.

• Sleep all the time. If you are elderly, it may be normal.

• You have no energy to do what you normally do, you are lethargic.

• Your urine is an orange or red color.

Trust me, you're not the only one who cares about your pet. Naturally, there are things that we do not know and in that case it is important to go to your trusted veterinarian so that he can provide the care that your pet requires and thus be able to recover his health.