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Originally Posted by ladyjane  Sick dogs will have pale gums.....indicates things like anemia, bleeding, low blood pressure and shock....
Sticky gums indicate dehydration. | Checking for sticky gums is new to me, too. I usually check to see how the skin rebounds (not sure if that's the right way to describe it). Checking the gums seems more accurate. Thanks Linda!
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