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Old 05-20-2006, 12:13 PM   #9
Lacy's Mom
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Glad the tests all came back good. There are so many things that polydipsia (excessive drinking) is a symptom of I would continue to watch him for other signs that may lead to a different diagnosis.

I found this on psychogenic polydipsia (behavorial reasons). I read other things that said when you do decide to restrict the water intake only reduce by 10% a week.

Psychogenic polydipsia - The over-consumption of water may constitute a behavioral or medical disorder; diagnostic testing must be performed to ensure that the condition is not a result of a medical problem. Dogs with psychogenic polydipsia tend to be young animals which may be attempting to seek attention from their owners. The owner attention comes when the animal frequently requests to be walked or let outside to urinate. Increased exercise, attention, and restriction of water are usually effective treatments.
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