Labrador seems lifeless and keeps lying down

There could be several reasons for a dog's lack of energy. First, increased body temperature due to a fever can make the dog feel weak all over. Second, infection with infectious diseases, such as parvovirus, distemper virus, and coronavirus. Third, gastrointestinal inflammation can cause vomiting and diarrhea, as well as a decline in the dog's mental state. Fourth, infection with intestinal parasites, which can drain the dog's nutrients and lead to a depressed mental state.

What are some infectious diseases in dogs?

Canine distemper virus, parvovirus, canine infectious hepatitis, canine coronavirus enteritis, canine parainfluenza, canine tracheobronchitis, leptospirosis, canine hemorrhagic yellow fever, rabies, and others. Once a dog is infected with a disease, it may suddenly become weak, refuse to eat, vomit, have a raised body temperature, exhibit poor mental state, stiffness and pain in the hindquarters, reluctance to move, difficulty breathing, and generally become weak within 2 days, with a decline in temperature and even death.

Lack of energy in Labrador puppies

Labrador puppies are usually lively and active. If they seem lifeless, there could be several reasons. First, increased body temperature can cause fatigue. Second, infection with infectious diseases such as parvovirus, distemper virus, and coronavirus. Third, gastrointestinal inflammation can lead to vomiting and diarrhea, as well as a decline in mental state. Fourth, infection with intestinal parasites that drain the dog's nutrients can also cause depression. Owners should take their dogs to the nearest animal hospital in time for a check-up.

How to prevent dog infectious diseases

When a dog is young, it needs to receive three doses of vaccine, including one for rabies. The vaccines come in combinations of four, six, or eight, with higher combinations offering more protection. After adulthood, one dose of vaccine and one dose of rabies are given each year to maximize prevention of infectious diseases. When a dog is first brought home, do not bathe it or take it for walks until all the vaccines are administered.