1. Droopy head * |
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2. Droopy ears * |
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3. Tucked tail * |
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4. Does not want to play * |
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5. Lack of social interaction * |
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6. Does not enjoy games * |
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7. Subtle lack of alertness gradually increasing to a deep apathy (early sign will be subtle) * |
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8. Diminished appetite * |
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9. Body tension * |
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10. Facial tension * |
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11. Accepting treats or food gingerly (particularly if pet used to accept them enthusiastically) * |
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12. Lack of interest in walks * |
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13. Doesn't respond when called * |
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14. Worried or sad facial expression * |
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15. Ears pulled back or flattened * |
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16. Eyes wide open to expose “white of the eye” * |
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17. Avoidance of direct eye contact * |
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18. Lips may be retracted, exposing the teeth in a submissive grin (dogs) * |
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19. Almond shaped eyes (caused by facial tension) * |
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20. Whiskers pulled back against cheeks (caused by facial tension) * |
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21. Uncomfortable when resting * |
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22. Shifts frequently when resting * |
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23. Head held abnormally low * |
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24. Difficulty getting up * |
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25. Excessive panting (particularly when it is not hot) * |
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26. Shivering/trembling/shaking * |
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27. Unsettled * |
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28. Pacing * |
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29. Difficulty moving after a long rest * |
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30. Difficulty lying down * |
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31. Slow or unusual gait * |
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32. Limping * |
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33. Hunched back * |
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34. Compulsive licking or rubbing of a certain body part * |
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35. Looking at sides or other body part suddenly and/or worriedly * |
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36. Suddenly running away from “nothing in particular” * |
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37. Can't jump on couch or bed * |
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38. Reluctance to lie down * |
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39. Sleeps in a position that avoids a certain body part from touching the ground or bed * |
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40. Any change in normal sleep patterns * |
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41. Purplish tongue color (NOT gums: tongue) * |
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42. ”Guards” a particular body part * |
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43. Reluctance to be touched in a certain area * |
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44. Reluctance to be picked up * |
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45. Lying down at a distance from everybody and somewhat isolated * |
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46. Disinterested in surroundings * |
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47. Unusual attention seeking * |
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48. Flinching when touched in a certain area * |
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49. Doesn't rest easily when lying down * |
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50. Aggressive behavior to protect a particular area * |
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51. Aggressive behavior on a usually docile pet * |
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52. Crying when a particular area is touched * |
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53. Wakes up at night * |
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54. Does not sleep well * |
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55. Refusal to go on walks * |
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56. Moaning * |
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57. Whimpering * |
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58. Refusing to eat * |
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59. Pressing head against wall (if head pain is present) * |
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60. Unable to get up * |
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61. Crying in pain * |
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62. Teeth clenched, biting down on an object (particularly cats) * |
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63. Howling/screaming uncontrollably * |
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