2007-02-23 17:17:09 · 6 answers · asked by thezoothatismyhouse 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
i was at the vet 2 days ago, told the vet and he said that she would eat when she is hungry, i have the money and dont think its very nice to think i dont when i have a dog and hmm a comp. the vet doesnt seem to think she is sick, shes not weak or skinny if that was the case she would be in a emergency room. i love my dog and thats why im asking. more helpfull answers plz thanks
2007-02-23 17:31:04 · update #1
i was at the vet 2 days ago, told the vet and he said that she would eat when she is hungry, i have the money and dont think its very nice to think i dont when i have a dog and hmm a comp. the vet doesnt seem to think she is sick, she is 20lb shes no where near weak or skinny if that was the case she would be in a emergency room. i love my dog and thats why im asking. more helpfull answers plz thanks
2007-02-23 17:42:56 · update #2
She sounds like she has an upper respiratory infection. Take her to the vet as soon as possible. Puppies that young can't go very long without food.
2007-02-23 17:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by PrincessJesci 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I appreciate that you did take to the vet. Did she not cough and gag while there? Or is that just now starting? How much of an exam did he do for her?
Normally, they listen to heart and lungs, check ears and eyes, run their hands all along the body to feel for weight or anything that isn't normal. A fecal to check for worms. By 12 wks she should have been dewormed at least twice and had puppy shots.
But you can check for a few things yourself. Open her mouth and really look inside and make sure you do not see problem in mouth or throat. Got something lodged in teeth or back throat. Look around for anything she may have chewed on that she shouldn't. She is a pup and they will try to eat anything!! Is her belly swollen up. Is she able to go potty ok? Normal looking stool or nasty/runny?
Most vets are open at least half days on Saturdays. Or have a emergency vet on call. I question that the vet did a thorough exam for her if she was acting this way when saw him. If this just started getting worse then it could be several things causing. But do a exam yourself. As long as she will drink that is good. Keep her calm. Watch her closely for any changes throughout the night if you can not get a vet tonight.
Some folks on here do not understand that not every community has the same option for a vet after hours and weekends. I can remember years ago when I could not get anyone from my vet to call me back for an emergency. I had spent quite a bit with them and was a regular customer. Luckily my dog was ok until Monday. I found a new vet!
Hope your pup will be ok. Do your best to get to vet, maybe a different one for a second opinion.
2007-02-23 18:48:46 · answer #2 · answered by pets4lifelady 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just like with humans, if you don't like the answer that your regular vet gives you, go to another vet for a second opinion.
In my opinion, if your puppy doesn't eat for a whole 24hours, then something is up. A hungry dog will eat and if your god hasn't eaten for a full day, then something is making him not want to eat.
Go find another vet and get another opinion.
2007-02-23 18:52:33 · answer #3 · answered by I<3IGs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get off the computer call a vet make an appointment now. puppy sounds really in need of help
2007-02-23 17:23:26 · answer #4 · answered by katie d 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it to the vet....its that simple or the dog could possibly die.
If you can't afford a vet....you should not have a pet...
Good Luck
2007-02-23 17:22:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
its callad the vet 4 a reason
2007-02-23 17:26:05 · answer #6 · answered by crengle60 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋