If your dog drinks excessively, it could be because he is suffering one of the following. Be acutely aware when they do this.Causes:
Pain, stress, heat exhaustion(dehydration), illness(vomiting and dehydration), kidney failure or disease.
Pain and Stress
These cause an increase in heart rate and respiration which in turn causes the body temperature to rise. The dog pants to cool down and has to drink a lot to keep its mouth wet so evaporation can take place. Also a full stomach has a feeling of contentment that physiologically eases the dogs discomfort. If you cannot see an obvious reason for this take your dog to the vet A.S.A.P.
Heat Exhaustion.
You can assist your dog to cool down by bringing it into your bath and standing it in cold water, sponge the dog down especially the head, groin and armpit areas.
Heat Exhaustion.
You can assist your dog to cool down by bringing it into your bath and standing it in cold water, sponge the dog down especially the head, groin and armpit areas.
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