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Originally Posted by Luvthemyorkies  I will add water to the food, she'll lap up the water I give her from the spoon. My vet says I am an "over concerned mom" So I am trying to do what I can before making the call and seeing vet. When my dog does not act herself, I will watch carefully for a while, if I see there is something not right I take to vet. Her not drinking water is a cause for concern to me. I will add some water to the food. Thank you. I have been seeing postings about gum color, what color pink should they be, I just saw a posting white gums is a danger signal. It's hard to get her mouth open, I have to PRY it open, I hate forcing her. So checking gums is something I have never done until a little while ago, another member asked if the gums were moist. They seemed to be, but I don't know how moist they should be if she was acting normal. |
To check her gums, just lift the outer lip up, like they do when they growl or show their teeth. No need to pry open her mouth. You would feel the stickie-ness, like glue. Medium pink is good. Moist gums your finger will slide smoothly over them, and your finger may feel a bit moist, once removed.