{"id":1500,"date":"2024-05-16T16:21:21","date_gmt":"2024-05-16T23:21:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sbahvet.com\/blog\/?p=1500"},"modified":"2024-05-16T16:21:22","modified_gmt":"2024-05-16T23:21:22","slug":"top-3-signs-your-pet-is-sick-and-what-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sbahvet.com\/blog\/top-3-signs-your-pet-is-sick-and-what-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 3 Signs Your Pet is Sick and What to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dogs and cats don\u2019t really complain like humans do. The result is that many times aches, pains, and illnesses go undiagnosed until things get pretty bad. Sunrise Boulevard Animal Hospital<\/a> thinks that pet health awareness is an important topic, and want to share our top three signs that you may have a sick pet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1: Weight Changes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A dog or cat\u2019s weight can fluctuate up or down within reason, but typically dramatic changes have an underlying cause. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight loss can indicate a variety of problems including intestinal parasites, endocrine diseases like hyperthyroidism or diabetes<\/a>, or gastrointestinal issues. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Weight gain can happen due to endocrine issues such as hypothyroidism, fluid accumulation due to heart disease or other systemic problems, or even altered appetite or activity levels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can monitor for fluctuations at home using a weight scale and\/or body condition scoring<\/a>. Your pet\u2019s routine wellness visits<\/a> are also a great time to check in for more subtle changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

#2: Bathroom Habit Alterations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How often you are scooping the litter box or taking your pet out to potty can tell you a lot about their overall health. Pay close attention to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n