My puppy, which is a 11 month old Chihuahua has been very very yucky feeling today. I think he has a fever becasue he is shakeing. He ate this morning and acted ok then all of the sudden he was feeling yucky. He did vomit 2 small times today. But basically has just laid around and slept most of the day. PLEASE HELP ME!
I really don't have the extra money to take him to the Vet right now!
2006-12-05 11:58:15 · 10 answers · asked by Kim 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Is he cold? could he be hungry? they eat a couple of times a day (small meals). Small dogs suffer from low blood sugar if they don't have frequent meals. are his shots up to date? try warming his food a little before feeding him and wrap him in a blanket.
2006-12-05 12:01:31 · answer #1 · answered by tampico 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you sure your dog didn't get into any other food other then dog food? Could be a fever brought on by some kind of food bacteria, was the food old, or have pests gotten into the food? Check you dog for abrasions and lumps in case this is caused by a bites or a trauma. Dogs get sick stomachs, and colds too so it could be that. Did you notice anything in the vomit? check it's poo to see if it has blood in it or not too. If so, you really should go to a vet sorry. If not hopefully your puppy will be better in a day or two. Children's Tylenol in quarter doses for a chihuahua if needed. Stomach aches pepto bismol in quarter doses, no more then twice a day.
2006-12-05 12:04:53 · answer #2 · answered by Yutow 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If he isn't better by tomorrow, money or no money, he has to go to the vet before something happens and then no dog; your dog is counting on you ; perhaps a payment plan something; you can't let an animal suffer and not help it; there are laws for not aiding your pet with medical care; called animal cruelty , yes this is as well; you can't let your pet lie there if it needs medical attention; keep it warm; but if tomorrow it is the same, first thing , call a doctor. He is counting on you ; don't let him down
2006-12-05 12:07:36 · answer #3 · answered by sml 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Call and tell your vet what is going on, maybe they can tell you what you can do over the phone and it wont cost you anything...if they suggest you bring the dog in, see if they are willing to work with you on a payment plan. Either way, your dog needs something.
2006-12-05 12:09:34 · answer #4 · answered by redy2screm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the ONLY way to tell if your dog has a fever is to take its temperature. Use a thermometer and a little lubricant to check it. A normal temp for a dog is 101 - 102.
If he's running a temp he needs to see a vet, if it's normal he should still go!
how his nose feels or if he's shaking is no way to tell his body temperature
2006-12-05 12:08:50 · answer #5 · answered by say910 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The Vet is the only one who can help. Your pup may have parvo or something very serious. I just spent $700 for test to see if my little one is eligible for cataract surgery which she is. That cost is $4500. If you cannot take care of this pup then to need to give it to a rescue center. They will make him/her better and adopt her to ppl who have the means to take care of the pup.
2006-12-05 12:05:15 · answer #6 · answered by bn_4600 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
has he been vacinated if not then get him to a vet asap. if he has been vacinated he has probably got an iffy tum feed him some scrambled eggs because theyll be easier on his tummy and he should perk up soon if he doesnt get him to a vet has he may have swallowed something he cant pass
2006-12-05 12:09:10 · answer #7 · answered by sarah 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
feel his nose.. if it is hot and dry then he has a fever.. they are normally cold and wet- keep him hydrated with lots of liquids but if it doesnt get better within a few days he really should go to the vet- try to give him some soup broth too to keep him hydrated and provide a little food- chicken broth is good
2006-12-05 12:03:14 · answer #8 · answered by Amy S 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
If you don't have $$ for a vet, you have no right to own a dog. They are like a baby, totally dependent on you for care, and love. Use your credit card, hon. No one here is a vet... your dog is sick, it could die...... it is cruel to allow it to die in obfjous distress. Take your dog tomorrow to the vet.... they don't just get better by themselves, hon, they die....
2006-12-05 12:33:55 · answer #9 · answered by April 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ask for help at PETCO
2006-12-05 12:00:00 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋