We moved to a new apartment this Monday and my four-month-old puppy seems to be reacting badly. Despite our best efforts, he was very stressed on moving day so he didn't have his usual naps and he started having loose stools that evening. The next day (Tuesday) he didn't have much appetite and what he would eat I had to give him by hand. He continued to have loose stools and slept pretty much all day. Today (Wednesday) he is still lethargic and while he did poo and pee as usual this morning he ate very little and won't drink. We are seeing the vet this afternoon to rule out any serious problems but in the meantime I was just wondering if anyone has had a similar experience with their puppy and what happened...I know puppies are sensitive to stress but I am very worried!
2006-11-29 01:28:05 · 5 answers · asked by lauras_jewels 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It takes several weeks for a puppy or even adult dog to adjust to a change such as a move.
Do not "baby" him or give him attention for anxious behavior, as this will only enforce the behavior.
Take him for plenty of walks to get him acquainted with the new neighborhood.
If you need to, you may want to buy a syringe, like the kind you dose medicine out of, and give him water that way to prevent dehydration.
Try getting a lavendar scented shampoo. Try a lavendar essential oil home fragrance. Lavendar has a natural soothing and calming effect.
Try to keep his schudule as similar as possible. Throw in some extra training and play time to keep him busy.
http://www.libertydogtraining.com
2006-11-29 02:58:53 · answer #1 · answered by libertydogtraining 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK...promise not to laugh? We used to have 2 Samoyeds, and when the male died the female went into DEEP DEEP depression. She was lethargic, and refused to eat anything. She would only drink sparingly, and we were beyond worried. My mother took her outside where his grave was, and explained to her that he had died, but that he still loved her and we loved her too. She sat with her for a while petting her and explaining what happened. When my mom finally stood up to go inside the female put her head on the males grave, than stood up and followed my mom inside. She lived to be 19 years old...nine years after the death of her mate. I guess the point is to talk to your puppy. Tell him this is his new home, and take him on a little tour. Show him where his bowl is now, where he's sleeping and where he's to go to the bathroom...Congratulations on the move by the way...
2006-11-29 09:45:40 · answer #2 · answered by eXie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
make sure you spend extra quality time with him today, lots of hugs and trying to get him to play. this might be a good time to work on tricks for some treats (go lite tho if his tummy is still upset) and maybe a little hide and seek in the new house so he can get to learn the house a little better.
2006-11-29 09:30:44 · answer #3 · answered by mickey g 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If there's nothing physically wrong with him, the best thing is to comfort him, and spend quality time with him. After a while, he should be OK.
2006-11-29 09:39:45 · answer #4 · answered by VA Mamma 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
please don't fret. i have a 13 yr old aussie x that goes through the same thing. it's good your seeing the vet. ask about "doggie prozac" for a month. while your unpacking and settling, it may help. but i don't know if puppies can take it.
2006-11-29 09:41:54 · answer #5 · answered by Isis Is: HOPEFULL HOUNDS RESCUE 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋