What are the symptoms of canine hepatitis?

Canine hepatitis mainly presents the following symptoms: lethargy, loss of appetite, weight loss, yellowing of the skin, overall weakness, difficulty standing, increased water intake, increased urine output, vomiting, diarrhea, etc. The stool is usually gray-green and not formed, and has a bad smell. When a dog has hepatitis, it is recommended to treat it under the guidance of a doctor to avoid the condition progressing to liver cirrhosis.

Acute Canine Hepatitis Symptoms

The symptoms of acute canine hepatitis may include sudden yellowing of the entire body,最容易发现的地方就是眼角膜、耳朵内侧、牙龈等位置。At the same time, the dog may also show signs of lethargy and reduced appetite. When taking the dog to the pet hospital for testing, the serum may appear to be yellowish. When a dog exhibits these symptoms, it is necessary to cooperate with the pet doctor for timely treatment.

Chronic Canine Hepatitis Symptoms

The course of chronic canine hepatitis is slow, and the symptoms gradually worsen. At first, there may only be a slight decrease in mental and appetite, but as the liver damage intensifies, it can lead to the accumulation of bilirubin in the body, causing yellowing of the skin and mucous membranes. In severe cases, there may be symptoms such as diarrhea, vomiting, poor mental state, loss of appetite, and it may be accompanied by kidney failure and small intestine diseases.