Did the yelping and hair loss start together?
The fluid build p to me is a sign of fluid build up possibly from infection. If the pain is keeping him up he needs a vet asap. If you didn't go yet I'd be on the vets doorstep when they open, not wait for an appt because they may try to push you off until they have an opening, and he needs to be seen first. The other appts can wait.
I hope your boy does not have anything more serious than an infection and please remember that google is NOT an doctor and neither am I, but I am sorry to say this, I googled "hair loss and fluid buildup in dogs"...Cushings affects older dogs. I found this "Because the onset of Cushing's Syndrome is slow, symptoms of the disease are often mistaken for signs of aging. Reduced activity, changes in appetite and hair loss are commonly overlooked by pet owners and veterinarians alike. Other symptoms of the disease include an increased thirst in the animal, increased unrination, the appearance of being overweight, muscle weakness, panting and a loss of housetraining." AND "Protein loss due to kidney damage is common in dogs with Cushing's disease. This can cause an accumulation of fluid in dogs, generally in the lungs and other body cavities. Excessive fluid will ultimately lead to congestive heart failure from the build up of fluid in the animal's lung"
Please take him right away in case he has fluid in or around his lungs. |