Rimadyl and loss of appetite

[mindy10]

Hi everyone, did you ever give your dog Rimadyl. My dog has been on it for a few weeks and I noticed he does not want to eat just will eat treats and he is having problems pooping. Has anyones dog had a reaction like this on Rimadyl?

[matese]

I googled the side affects of Rimadyl
from this link



www.vetinfo.com/side-effects-rimadyl.html

Rimadyl Side Effects
In rare cases, Rimadyl has been known to cause death, so owners are advised to watch closely for the following symptoms:
· loss of appetite
· changes in eating or drinking habits
· Unusual patterns of urine, blood in urine, sweet-smelling urine, excessive urination or accidents in the house from a house-trained dog
· vomiting
· diarrhea
· black, tarry stool or flecks of blood in vomit
· lethargy or drowsiness
· hyperactivity
· increased aggression
· loss of balance, dizziness or weakness
· paralysis
· seizures
· jaundice
If you recognize any of these symptoms, immediately stop use and consult your veterinarian.
Since Rimadyl chewable tablets taste like liver, they should be kept out of reach of your dog. Symptoms that your dog is suffering from a Rimadyl overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, drowsiness, seizure, panting, slowed breathing or difficulty urination.
Alternatives
If you know your dog needs medication for arthritis, talk to your veterinarian about your concerns. Insist on testing liver and kidney enzymes prior to treatment and request the lowest possible dose for success. Complete a blood panel and Complete Blood Count (CBC) before usage. You can also use Rimadyl only when necessary, such as a bad week, and then take a break.
Supplements have also demonstrated effectiveness in easing arthritis and hip dysplasia symptoms. The most common are glucosamine and chondrotin.
While Rimadyl can be an effective treatment for your dog's pain, remember to use it with caution and be aware of the dangers to your pet.

[Lovetodream88]

I have definitely heard of this before. You might want to talk to your vet about alternative medicine. My Callie is taking Metcam for arthritis and CBD oil and doesn’t have any of those issues.

[aweitzm1]

Thumper was on after his dental work. He didn't lose his appetite but he is a food hog and will eat anything he can grab

Though when he is sick he stops drinking water it took him almost 2 weeks to get back to normal. Not sure if that was do to the Rimadyl

[yorkietalkjilly]

Tibbe on it, eats normally which is all I dish up x2 daily, wants more, and drinks tons of water. He's acting feeble on it, though, so going to change when this regimen done in 15 days.