otherwise seems to be in good health? My dog (a 10 month old male cockapoo) seems to be fine (still very playful and active) but has not been eating or drinking as much as he used to. The main difference I have noticed is that he seems to be having a harder time eliminating (constipated), and I guess it's because he hasn't been drinking as much water- therefore he must be a little on the dehidrated side. I don't know how to encourage him to drink more water (I tried to take him to the water bow but that does not help much). Any thoughts? Is there such thing as a laxative for dogs (to help him with his constipation)? Thanks!

I am not a vet, but that is a good observation you have. I think it might be good to talk to the vet to gather information while the pup is still seeming fine. That way you might avoid a scarey and uncomfortable time for both of you. He might be a little bit under the weather in some way, I know I have had animals that were sick and it was hard to encourage them to drink more. So ask the vet now while there is not an emergency.

You need to go to a vet with your dog.

Take him to the vet and have a few tests run.