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ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 05:48 PM
Hi my dogs wrong eat or drink and she is vomiting can u please help

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 05:53 PM
Please help me my dog is vomiting and not eating she drinks a little bit of water please help

mogrann
Nov 17, 2013, 06:32 PM
How old is the dog? How long has the dog been like this? Is the dog up to date on shots?

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 06:34 PM
Not eating or drinking is serious. Any time a dog stops eating and drinking there's an issue that needs to be seen by a vet. There's absolutely no way to tell you, online, what's going on with your dog. Please take him to a vet immediately.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 06:38 PM
Alty I don't have money to take her to the vet

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 06:42 PM
How old is the dog? How long has the dog been like this? Is the dog up to date on shots?

She is 7 months and for like 2 day I think and I haven't gave her any shots

mogrann
Nov 17, 2013, 06:42 PM
Ruthy this long of vomiting is serious. You need to find the money somehow. OR you need to see if the vet will work with you. If that does not work then you need to give her to a rescue so they can help her.
Please don't let her suffer find the money borrow sell stuff let bills go a month and not pay anything.

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 06:43 PM
She is 7 months and for like 2 or 3 days and I haven't gave her any shot

So she's not vaccinated at all? Why not?

This is likely parvo, but we can't diagnose online. It could also be a blockage, or something else. But parvo makes the most sense with her symptoms, and her age, and not being vaccinated.

If it is parvo and you don't take her to a vet, she'll die. Parvo is extremely deadly. The vet can treat her, and only a vet can, but even with vet care it's not 100% that she'll make it, and the vet costs will be expensive.

I have to ask, if you can't afford a vet, can't even afford vaccinations, why do you have a dog?

Borrow the money. Sell your computer, your cell phone if you have one, everything you can to get the money. Call your vet and ask if they'll consider doing a payment plan. You're the one that chose to get a dog, it's your responsibility to make sure she gets the care she needs.

Yes, that's harsh, but that's reality. This is what it takes to have a dog. You can't just love them and feed them, they need vaccines, they need medical care when they're sick.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 06:44 PM
Ruthy this long of vomiting is serious. You need to find the money somehow. OR you need to see if the vet will work with you. If that does not work then you need to give her to a rescue so they can help her.
Please don't let her suffer find the money borrow sell stuff let bills go a month and not pay anything.

I know she is my baby I don't have kids so I treat her like my child and I am going to tell my boyfriend tomorrow

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 06:49 PM
So she's not vaccinated at all? Why not?

This is likely parvo, but we can't diagnose online. It could also be a blockage, or something else. But parvo makes the most sense with her symptoms, and her age, and not being vaccinated.

If it is parvo and you don't take her to a vet, she'll die. Parvo is extremely deadly. The vet can treat her, and only a vet can, but even with vet care it's not 100% that she'll make it, and the vet costs will be expensive.

I have to ask, if you can't afford a vet, can't even afford vaccinations, why do you have a dog?

Borrow the money. Sell your computer, your cell phone if you have one, everything you can to get the money. Call your vet and ask if they'll consider doing a payment plan. You're the one that chose to get a dog, it's your responsibility to make sure she gets the care she needs.

Yes, that's harsh, but that's reality. This is what it takes to have a dog. You can't just love them and feed them, they need vaccines, they need medical care when they're sick.

Well when I got her my boyfriend said he was going to do it so I said OK and then I found out he didn't and its not parvo she is not pooping blood or eat and she vomits but I calmed that down with peptobismal and she drank some water and I got her because I don't have kids and I don't think I can have any so I got her so I won't be alone

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 06:49 PM
I know she is my baby I don't have kids so I treat her like my child and I am going to tell my boyfriend tomorrow

Tomorrow is too late. If this is parvo you have minutes, not hours, not days. If this is parvo, the sooner she's treated the better her chances of surviving. If this is parvo she likely won't be alive tomorrow without treatment. Do you understand how serious this is? I'm not trying to scare you, I'm telling you the facts.

Even if this isn't parvo, something is very obviously wrong. She can't afford to wait. If you want her to live you can't afford to wait either.

Call your vet, ask about a payment plan, tell them them what's going on. If they won't help, call other vets, call the humane society, see if they'll help. Call everyone you know for help. There's no excuse. You have to get her into the vet. Not tomorrow, right away!

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 06:53 PM
Well when I got her my boyfriend said he was going to do it so I said OK and then I found out he didn't and its not parvo she is not pooping blood or eat and she vomits but I calmed that down with peptobismal and she drank some water and I got her because I don't have kids and I don't think I can have any so I got her so I won't be alone

I don't care why you got her! You're not taking care of her. That's what I care about.

Be happy this isn't a child, if it was it would be taken away from you for neglect!

The only thing I care about is your dog. She's been vomiting for days with no medical treatment. She's not eating, she's not drinking. She's never even been vaccinated. This is neglect!

This is your dog, it's your choice. I know that vets are expensive, but we gave you options. Stop relying on your boyfriend and take care of your dog! Call vets , call the humane society, do everything you can to get her into the vet right away. You won't get answer on a computer, you'll only get them at a vet clinic.

mogrann
Nov 17, 2013, 06:55 PM
A pup that is not drinking can dehydrate quickly. Also every time she throws up she loses nutrients she needs. They are like newborns. Please get your pup to a vet ASAP. We are all pet owners and have had to do without or not pay bills to get our dogs the medical care they need. I was actually facing rehoming my dog due to him maybe needing expensive surgery. I was prepared to do it as I did not want him suffering. Luckly for him and me the bed rest the vet ordered worked and he did not need it. A true pet owner who loves their pets will get them the vet care no matter what

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 06:56 PM
I'm posting this only because I'm pretty sure that you won't go to the vet.

Get pedialyte. Give your dog pedialyte according to the instructions on the bottle. She's throwing up, and not drinking, so she's getting dehydrated. She needs to keep hydrated. Pedialyte is sold in pharmacy's. If you can't find it, gatorade will work too.

mogrann
Nov 17, 2013, 06:56 PM
Alty I agree but can not give you a thumbs up.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 06:57 PM
I know I am doing my best I called vets already did everything I lost my job he doesn't get paid till Thursday and I don't have anything to sell or anything I am with her every minute of the day I sleep next to her.

mogrann
Nov 17, 2013, 06:59 PM
Suggestions: pawn stuff, jewellery, computer TV, sell car get a cheaper one. Cancel internet cable
Let bills go a month and catch up on them next month
Use credit cards
Call family and friends

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 07:00 PM
I know I am doing my best I called vets already did everything I lost my job he doesn't get paid till Thursday and I don't have anything to sell or anything I am with her every minute of the day I sleep next to her.

You called every vet in your area and they all said no? The humane society said no? I don't believe that.

What about friends, family? What are you using to post on this site with, a computer, an iPhone? You have nothing to sell?

It's good that you sleep with her. If she dies during the night she won't be alone. Yes, that's harsh, but if that's what it takes to wake you up, that's what I'll do. My only concern here is for your dog.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 07:03 PM
I have a tablet but its not good I called my sisters friend she was a vet before but she didn't answer so I called this other girl who works at the animal hospital and she said to bring her in 2 morrow so I said OK

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 07:08 PM
I have a tablet but its not good I called my sisters friend she was a vet before but she didn't answer so I called this other girl who works at the animal hospital and she said to bring her in 2 morrow so I said OK

They said to wait until tomorrow?

Well, let's hope she makes it to tomorrow.

Get the pedialyte. Give it to her. It may be the difference between making it to the appointment tomorrow, or waking up to a dead dog.

I have nothing further to add. I hope she makes it, for her sake, not yours.

Good bye.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 07:11 PM
U know what I appreciate Ur help but don't ever talk to me like that I understand what you are trying to say but acting like a b word doesn't get me no where and yes she said to make an appointment for tomorrow and so we can talk about the payment plan so THANK U AND GOOD BYE

Alty
Nov 17, 2013, 07:23 PM
U know what I appreciate Ur help but don't ever talk to me like that I understand what you are trying to say but acting like a b word doesn't get me no where and yes she said to make an appointment for tomorrow and so we can talk about the payment plan so THANK U AND GOOD BYE

I told you the truth, and only the truth. You need to hear the truth. I wasn't being a "b word" I was telling you how serious this is, and that your dog could die because of this. Yes, that's hard to hear, but would you rather I tell you it's all going to be okay, she'll be fine, and then she dies?

At least by telling you the truth I got you to make an appointment with a vet. If your dog survives because of that, I'm okay with you thinking I'm a "b word". Like I said, I don't care about how you feel about any of this, I care about your dog. Someone has to be her voice, someone has to make you do the right thing. She can't, so I did.

I do hope she's okay. Not for your sake, but because she deserves to live. She also deserves to be protected, which means getting her vaccinated, and putting money aside so that when things like this happen, you can take her to the vet. She deserves a good life. Being loved, being fed, and being allowed to sleep in your bed, isn't enough to give her a good life.

When I see posts like this they bother me. I will never understand why people bring home a living breathing being they can't afford to take care of.

Good luck to your pup.

And really, do get the pedialyte. It could be the difference between life and death tonight.

Lucky098
Nov 17, 2013, 08:07 PM
Actually... a chronically vomiting dog should not be encouraged to drink. Pedialyte works for diarrhea, really.. not vomiting.

The signs of parvo don't necessarily have to be bloody diarrhea. Lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea (lose stool) and going off feed are a pretty good indication that the puppy may have parvo.

Next time you get a dog, you need to research and read about the proper care of a dog. Vaccines and veterinary care are a HUGE part of caring for a dog. I hope you are planning on spaying her as well. For some reason, I have a feeling you're the irresponsible owner that cannot keep an in-tact female contained well enough to avoid pregnancy.

I wouldn't go so far as to say this is neglect.. irresponsible ownership? Totally!

Dogs cost money.. Cats cost money... yes life does happen and people lose their jobs or don't have enough money for expensive surgeries or expensive food... but to not even vaccinate the dog when you can purchase vaccines at feed stores for LOW COST. Or how about all the low cost vaccine clinics designed around people in your situation, along with low cost spay/neuter clinics that also provide low cost vaccines

Bottom line is, there are so many things set in communities to help low income families care for their dogs. Is it fancy? No. Does it do the job? Yes.

I truly hope your puppy doesn't have parvo, for the dogs sake and your financial situation's sake. But I hope you have learned your lesson and realize that animals cost money, even free animals cost money.

ruthy9193
Nov 17, 2013, 08:11 PM
My dog doesn't need to get spayed she is my only dog and besides I have an appointment for her tomorrow

Lucky098
Nov 17, 2013, 09:39 PM
Your dog does need to get spayed. Female dogs are prone to getting breast cancer and ovarian cancer. I've seen it many times.. nice healthy dogs getting sick and having to be put to sleep due to cancer caused by being intact. Its not something anyone made up... do your own research and you'll see for yourself... Not to mention that intact females are at risk of getting pyometra.. and that Is deadly AND expensive to fix... But continue being ignorant...

Poor dog..

mogrann
Nov 18, 2013, 01:41 AM
Your posts have shown us how much you care for your dog. Poor pup. If you truly loved her like a child you would listen and have her at a vet come hell or high water. She would be getting vet care for needles and check ups and you would spay her for her future health and to help with the over population of dogs.
Your words speak volumes