cavvysavvy Posted April 8, 2011 Share Posted April 8, 2011 I know that cortisone makes dogs drink a lot of water, but does it also make them a bit hungrier also? My dog was prescribed some yesterday and he seemed to have a hearty appetite last night.... Could be coincidence, but just thought i would ask about Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dianed Posted April 8, 2011 Share Posted April 8, 2011 It defiantly makes them (or you if you take it) hungrier. I have had experience with it personally and with my dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavvysavvy Posted April 8, 2011 Author Share Posted April 8, 2011 It defiantly makes them (or you if you take it) hungrier. I have had experience with it personally and with my dog. Thanks very much for that. I was hoping it was not just my imagination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rappie Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 Just keep in mind that although it increases appetite, they do not need more food! Always have plenty of water available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavvysavvy Posted April 9, 2011 Author Share Posted April 9, 2011 Just keep in mind that although it increases appetite, they do not need more food! Always have plenty of water available. Absolutely!!!! No extra food or treats, and definately always plenty of fresh water for the little fella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussielover Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 Yes, my dog started eating dog poop when she was on it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavvysavvy Posted April 9, 2011 Author Share Posted April 9, 2011 Yes, my dog started eating dog poop when she was on it ;) Well Ill definately watch out for that one ;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danois Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 (edited) My last dog was on cortisone long term and never went near other dog's poo so I would not get too worried. But yes, they will drink more and as a result - urinate more. Also its not uncommon to see them sleep more and also pant more. Edited April 9, 2011 by Danois Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavvysavvy Posted April 9, 2011 Author Share Posted April 9, 2011 My last dog was on cortisone long term and never went near other dog's poo so I would not get too worried.But yes, they will drink more and as a result - urinate more. Also its not uncommon to see them sleep more and also pant more. Yes He is sleeping a lot more for sure! Thanks for the advice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty Miss Emma Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 I'm glad I popped in on this thread. My poor Em has just had to go on cortisone (she's diabetic so there's a myriad of problems that it can cause), and I thought she was sleeping more and drinking a bit more, but I can tell her BSL's are still good. So you given me good explanation for some things I thought I was seeing!! Thanks!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Little Gifts Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 I just went to the vet this morn and we got given cortisone tabs and he clearly told me it will increase her thirst and hunger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rappie Posted April 9, 2011 Share Posted April 9, 2011 (edited) My own "big" brown dog (5.5kg)has just started on prednisolone too. I haven't seen him drinking more water, but he has been stirring earlier in the morning. The first thing he does in the morning is shoot outside for a pee, so I assume he is drinking more. I've just split their meals in two to try to avoid any fights over food from being 'hungry'. Our food situation is usually very well controlled, but since they once had a fight over a tiny lizard, I don't want to take any chances . Edited April 9, 2011 by Rappie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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