How do I know if my puppy or dog isn't feeling well or is in pain?

One of the best things to know is if their behavior is different. So take note if they're hiding, they didn't get up early in the morning, they didn't eat, they didn't drink, and they don't want to go for their walk. Maybe they're limping, vomiting, or breathing harder. Any of those things that are different from what you would know is their normal behavior would probably indicate something is amiss.

Well, pain can manifest in a lot of different signs, panting at rest. So you haven't walked, you haven't played and your pet's sitting there and open up breathing or panting, that can mean they're in pain, not wanting to get up and go out and play or go for a walk to do their normal routine. Some dogs tend to hide a little bit. The more obvious one is kind of squelching or screaming when you touch them somewhere or whiny. This can also be a sign of pain, but they can be very subtle at times and if you're concerned about that, definitely bring them into the hospital please.

Any deviation from their normal behavior can be a signal that something is wrong. If your puppy is sleeping more than usual, doesn't want to eat, has any change in bowel movements or urination, or shows signs of pain like limping, that's a problem. Dogs and cats are very stoic, so we rely on these subtle cues that may mean something isn't right.