Puppy with vomiting and diarrhea

Physical Examination

  • General appearance: Lethargic, poorly responsive, unable to stand.

  • Vital signs:
  • Temperature: 35.7°C (96.3°F)
  • Pulse: 160 beats/min
  • Respirations: 40/min
  • Weight: 1.4 kg (3.1 lb)

  • Skin: Slight yellow coloration. Small umbilical hernia noted. Hair coat normal.

  • HEENT: Mucous membranes pale. Eyes and ears normal. No ocular discharge, submandibular lymphadenopathy, or oral lesions observed.

  • Pulmonary: Eupneic with no abnormal lung sounds.

  • Cardiovascular: Capillary refill time >2 sec; no arrhythmias or pulse deficits.

  • Gastrointestinal: Gut sounds present but decreased. Abdomen soft and distended but not tender.

  • Genitourinary: Urination not observed.

  • Musculoskeletal: No abnormalities

  • Neurologic: Not evaluated

  • Mental status: Depressed and minimally responsive.