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My dog hasn't been eating at all and he hasn't got up to go bathroom at all either. When we call him he just sits there when he usually gets up and is very energetic. He is just a puppy and I have no reason why he is acting this way. I don't have the money right now to take him to a veterinarian. So if anyone has any idea to aid him; can you please help me.
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This is wonderful! And thank you so much for coming back to let us know. That is much appreciated.
My dog had Parvo when she was younger, and is now a healthy happy dog -many years later. So with the right care and treatment, many do make it through to be very well indeed.
My dog had Parvo when she was younger, and is now a healthy happy dog -many years later. So with the right care and treatment, many do make it through to be very well indeed.
Great News!!! Thank you for coming back to tell us! Have a wonderful Holiday weekend.....Blessings to you both, Karla
I'm very happy to tell you that my dog is alive and well,my vet was very supporting and gave me lots of options for the parvo treatment, I really thank him and her team for helping me to get my dog back, I'm so thankful I cannot express with words when i see my dog running and cuddly next to me, so happy.Thank you for your support and for all the story about dogs making it thru this sickness, you too were a big part of the success of this story!!!!!
So sorry for your loss and i could never imagine how bad you may be feeling but at least you got the satisfaction that you did all you could for your puppy, kudos for you and my most sincere condolences!!!
Is it normal for my dog to be extremely weak and tired after receiving an IV and meds for Parvo treatment?
by doglover2008, Jun 09, 2011 04:52PM
Is it normal for my dog to be extremely weak and tired after receiving an IV and meds for Parvo treatment? I took her in this morning to the vet and was given all the material needed for treatment. However, now my dog is extremely sleepy and weak, and she can't even stand up now. PLEASE HELP! )
by ginger899 , Jun 09, 2011 06:58PM
I am amazed! They didn't keep your dog hospitalized for Parvo treatment???
Parvo virus is so serious, I know. My dog had it once when she was younger. It is extremely contagious as well (not for humans, but for other dogs)
IV fluids and antibiotics are the usual treatment. But don't take this lightly as many dogs struggle with this disease.
If you have a fairly fit healthy dog to start with, she has a good chance. But dogs can and do die of this.
I am surprised after only a few hours she is being sent home with -what? oral antibiotics? Or do you have the IV set up at home? I don't quite understand this.
I would say get straight on the phone back to your vet and question this decision.
If you do not like what you hear, call another vet, and ask for a second opinion.
It truly is my opinion she needs to be hospitalized. But that may depend upon how badly she has it.
She will be weak, yes. My dog is a very strong dog, but she was knocked sideways by Parvo, and it took her a few weeks to fully recover. When she came out of the veterinary hospital (after 1 week!) she had lost a terrific amount of weight, and would only eat if hand-fed. But slowly her strength came back, and she was fit and well again, and she has been strong since.
So I am wishing you and your dog all the very best. Remember many DO survive this.
By the way -don't forget you will have to clean very very thoroughly when she starts to recover, as this virulent virus is quite hard to eliminate from the home and yard/garden. I think there are details on the proper cleaning methods somewhere on this site. I'll try to find them and give them to you. .
by doglover2008, Jun 09, 2011 07:46PM
To: ginger899Thanks for the advice.
The doctor recommended that she stays for 2 nights but my family decided to care for the dog on our own so all the medical treatments where given to us. We have purchased all the oral antibiotics and also the IV from the Vet and set up the IV at home.
Anyways, my dog just passed about 40 minutes ago. She was very weak and I think she was suffering too much so she couldn't hold on anymore. My dog is merely 3 months and 1 week so her chance wasn't too high. However, I really had faith and hope in her as she did show sign of improvement from time to time today. BUT at the end, she wasn't able to pull through. It is really hard to see her slowly dying and we couldn't do anything about it. She was a great little puppy who loves an adventure, and her death has brought a lot of pain and saddess to myamily. Again, thanks for your advice. I will surely take better care of my older dog.
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by Margot49 , Jun 10, 2011 01:31AM
To: doglover2008Oh, sorry you lost your puppy. Parvo is terrible and can take puppies quickly.
I do want to give you a word of caution, hope you don't mind. Since the sick puppy was in your house, I strongly recommend you wash and disinfect whatever you can. Wash the clothes you were wearing and bleach any surfaces you can, that includes the soles of your shoes. The virus can be carried on many surfaces. I hope your older dog has all it's shots. You should not bring another puppy or dog onto your property unless it is *fully* vaccinated. If you should get another puppy, please get an older one that is done with it's full series of shots.
Again, sorry for your loss.
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ginger899 , Jun 10, 2011 06:18AM
I am so very sad to read this. I know how terrible Parvo is. Because your pup was so young, I guess it overwhelmed her. The very young and the older dogs find it hard to cope with Parvo. Young, fit strong adults have a better chance.
This virus is deadly.
My deep condolences to your family. Poor little mite. At least she had you taking care of her at the end, and she was in home surroundings which would have meant a lot to her.
I am sure, with what you described about her treatment, everything was ok about that -with the IV at home and you nursing her. So you did your very best.
I am so sorry.
by doglover2008, Jun 09, 2011 04:52PM
Is it normal for my dog to be extremely weak and tired after receiving an IV and meds for Parvo treatment? I took her in this morning to the vet and was given all the material needed for treatment. However, now my dog is extremely sleepy and weak, and she can't even stand up now. PLEASE HELP! )
by ginger899 , Jun 09, 2011 06:58PM
I am amazed! They didn't keep your dog hospitalized for Parvo treatment???
Parvo virus is so serious, I know. My dog had it once when she was younger. It is extremely contagious as well (not for humans, but for other dogs)
IV fluids and antibiotics are the usual treatment. But don't take this lightly as many dogs struggle with this disease.
If you have a fairly fit healthy dog to start with, she has a good chance. But dogs can and do die of this.
I am surprised after only a few hours she is being sent home with -what? oral antibiotics? Or do you have the IV set up at home? I don't quite understand this.
I would say get straight on the phone back to your vet and question this decision.
If you do not like what you hear, call another vet, and ask for a second opinion.
It truly is my opinion she needs to be hospitalized. But that may depend upon how badly she has it.
She will be weak, yes. My dog is a very strong dog, but she was knocked sideways by Parvo, and it took her a few weeks to fully recover. When she came out of the veterinary hospital (after 1 week!) she had lost a terrific amount of weight, and would only eat if hand-fed. But slowly her strength came back, and she was fit and well again, and she has been strong since.
So I am wishing you and your dog all the very best. Remember many DO survive this.
By the way -don't forget you will have to clean very very thoroughly when she starts to recover, as this virulent virus is quite hard to eliminate from the home and yard/garden. I think there are details on the proper cleaning methods somewhere on this site. I'll try to find them and give them to you. .
by doglover2008, Jun 09, 2011 07:46PM
To: ginger899Thanks for the advice.
The doctor recommended that she stays for 2 nights but my family decided to care for the dog on our own so all the medical treatments where given to us. We have purchased all the oral antibiotics and also the IV from the Vet and set up the IV at home.
Anyways, my dog just passed about 40 minutes ago. She was very weak and I think she was suffering too much so she couldn't hold on anymore. My dog is merely 3 months and 1 week so her chance wasn't too high. However, I really had faith and hope in her as she did show sign of improvement from time to time today. BUT at the end, she wasn't able to pull through. It is really hard to see her slowly dying and we couldn't do anything about it. She was a great little puppy who loves an adventure, and her death has brought a lot of pain and saddess to myamily. Again, thanks for your advice. I will surely take better care of my older dog.
.
by Margot49 , Jun 10, 2011 01:31AM
To: doglover2008Oh, sorry you lost your puppy. Parvo is terrible and can take puppies quickly.
I do want to give you a word of caution, hope you don't mind. Since the sick puppy was in your house, I strongly recommend you wash and disinfect whatever you can. Wash the clothes you were wearing and bleach any surfaces you can, that includes the soles of your shoes. The virus can be carried on many surfaces. I hope your older dog has all it's shots. You should not bring another puppy or dog onto your property unless it is *fully* vaccinated. If you should get another puppy, please get an older one that is done with it's full series of shots.
Again, sorry for your loss.
.
ginger899 , Jun 10, 2011 06:18AM
I am so very sad to read this. I know how terrible Parvo is. Because your pup was so young, I guess it overwhelmed her. The very young and the older dogs find it hard to cope with Parvo. Young, fit strong adults have a better chance.
This virus is deadly.
My deep condolences to your family. Poor little mite. At least she had you taking care of her at the end, and she was in home surroundings which would have meant a lot to her.
I am sure, with what you described about her treatment, everything was ok about that -with the IV at home and you nursing her. So you did your very best.
I am so sorry.
Hey Everyone thank you for your concern about my dog and I have t tell you that I did have to take my dog to the emergency vet since either he vomited or pooped blood! after 200 dls they told me it was parvo infection, I don't think they even made any test, they administer some fluids and medications and send me home telling me they could not prescribe me any medication and to see another vet, the percentage they gave for him to live thru this if he stays at the animal hospital is 90% if take home and I administer the medications myself 75% Does any one knows if this is true or like I heard he won't make it because this sickness its very serious!
Totally agree, Karla and not just in this particular instance.
Pet ownership comes with financial responsibilities. A lot of people fall on hard times,unfortunately, but if you can't afford the care of a pet, then please don't get a pet or try to rehome it or possibly contact a rescue group.
Pet ownership comes with financial responsibilities. A lot of people fall on hard times,unfortunately, but if you can't afford the care of a pet, then please don't get a pet or try to rehome it or possibly contact a rescue group.
I don't understand why people take on the responsibility of a Pet, yet cannot provide medical care as needed...Dogs get sick just as children do!
Do you have anything you can sell/pawn to get money? Can you borrow any from a friend or relative & pay them back, later?
Since this is a puppy & you don't state if he has been vaccinated or not, this could be the beginning of a number of diseases that can be fatal if left untreated!
You MUST keep him hydrated till you figure out a way to get him to a doctor....Even if you have to syringe water in his mouth day & night....Dehydration alone can kill a puppy!
Please, find a way (Even if you have to sell your computer) to get him to a Vet ASAP.....Karla
Do you have anything you can sell/pawn to get money? Can you borrow any from a friend or relative & pay them back, later?
Since this is a puppy & you don't state if he has been vaccinated or not, this could be the beginning of a number of diseases that can be fatal if left untreated!
You MUST keep him hydrated till you figure out a way to get him to a doctor....Even if you have to syringe water in his mouth day & night....Dehydration alone can kill a puppy!
Please, find a way (Even if you have to sell your computer) to get him to a Vet ASAP.....Karla
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Any dog who is normally energetic, has good appetite and likes to get up and go out -then suddenly won't move, won't eat, won't pee or poop -is feeling really ill.
Like Margot says, there's no way you can tell what's the matter. He could be in pain. He could have sprained a leg, or he could have eaten something he shouldn't.
Sometimes -like us -dogs can feel icky (nauseous or have some small problem which passes and then they're fine....or whatever it is could be life-threatening. You see a lot of dogs are really stoical, and can work through things that would have us laid up in bed! But to come to an absolute halt and not want to move, means that a dog surely does feel bad.
Or it might be something very serious going on. You can't guess at it, and he can't tell you.
He needs to see a vet.
Like Margot says, there's no way you can tell what's the matter. He could be in pain. He could have sprained a leg, or he could have eaten something he shouldn't.
Sometimes -like us -dogs can feel icky (nauseous or have some small problem which passes and then they're fine....or whatever it is could be life-threatening. You see a lot of dogs are really stoical, and can work through things that would have us laid up in bed! But to come to an absolute halt and not want to move, means that a dog surely does feel bad.
Or it might be something very serious going on. You can't guess at it, and he can't tell you.
He needs to see a vet.
Sorry to hear your puppy isn't feeling well. Unfortunately, there is just no way to guess what is going on here. How old is he? Has he had his shots? Any vomiting and/or diarrhea? Is there a chance he may have ingested something, either something on the floor, something he chewed, plants, any liquids around, anti-freeze? Call around and see if there possibly isn't a Vet that will work with you on payment. If the puppy doesn't improve soon, you really do need to get him checked.
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