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I have an approx. 7 year old Male. He was a rescue and vet seemed to think his age was about 5 when we brought him home. He has adapted well and we have adapted to him. Non agressive and playful. I have never owned a husky before so I do my best. I have noticed his urine has a very strong odor. No accidents just stinks and very yellow. Water intake is the same. Today I came home and he had my cd's and cases and was chewing them in pieces. He has never chewed anything other then his toys. He has taken to hiding in the house. This is all new behavior for him and I am concerned. The vet asked for a urine sample which he now has and I am waiting for him to call. Does anyone have any input they can share I am going nuts waiting for the call. I don't even have any idea what I am waiting for.
Nothing to add other than positive thoughts and to tell you what you already know: you're doing what's best for the dog. Your interpretation is 100% correct - medical issues are the first port of call when any animal shows a sudden change in behaviour. If the urine sample doesn't reveal anything, he should be examined by a vet. It's not a canine's way to just suddenly decide to eat cd's or hide in the house he's lived in for two years. Something is up.
Thanks for your help. Vet said urine was fine He thinks it might be a potassium def. I am not sure on this have an appt tomorrow AM. Always owned strays never a husky but his actons have me concerned. I am praying there is nothing serious but I do know there is something wrong and not thinking it has to do with vitamins.
Well, something is probably wrong, as others said, if his behavior changed. Here's to hoping it's nothing serious and you can get back to playing with your Husky (CDs not included) soon enough.
I have a Siberian, but I don't necessarily know how to advise you. A sudden change in behavior -- especially if the change is drastic -- would indicate (in my mind) a health (or chemical) issue or some sort of emotional disturbance. Has your schedule or routine changed? Have there been any disruptions or upheaval in your home? Is he on a new medication? Has he recently stopped a medication? Have you recently changed his food?
If it were me, I'd probably take him to the vet and request a full blood panel and check-up, and then I'd go from there.
If he's crate trained at all, you might want to utilize the crate to avoid any unhappy developments related to his sudden chewing -- plus you'll be happier if he's not destroying your property. And try to modify your schedule to increase his walking time. If he was getting just one walk per day, try to work in another. If you were already doing two walks, see if you can stretch them out. If the walks don't tire him out and your time is limited, maybe invest in a doggy back-pack and put a little weight in it to help tire him sooner. A tired dog is usually a sleepy and good dog.
Thanks everyone for your help and advise. Vet said he can't see anything healthwise. He suggested vitamins. I have not changed his diet same food chicken soup for soul or something like that. Too lazy too walk down stairs. He does walk with me at least a mile a day, no matter what the weather. There has been nothing different that I can pin point. The vet seems to think when I left yesterday he was angry and ate the cd's and my husband slipper, he hid because he knew he was wrong and was afraid. The vet also reminded me I know nothing about his prior home and something could have triggered something which caused the odd behavior. Nothing could be related but since it all happened at the same time I put it all together. Vet thinks the food and vit. def. could be making the urine stronger. Nor sure if all this makes sense but he told me what I wanted to hear. Does this make any sense. Thanks again
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