Suggestion: second opinion- different vet.

They sent you home with IV's? That doesn't sound right.

Yes, they showed me how to do it and gave me a couple bags of fluid so that I can keep her hydrated.

Yes I agree . Take your dog to another Vet as soon as you can . Emerg if that's the only way you can get in. And also I cannot imagine why a Vet would give a dewormer to an already sick dog with out even knowing what the problem is. It's like " take 2 aspirin and go home"

I also agree. Please find another Vet ASAP. I don't know the size of your dog, but it could be a serious problem. X-rays don't always show an obstruction. Good luck.

No blood tests??!! Do not do a wait and see..........get to another vet. And don't give her the dewormer.
You have a seriously ill dog.

She is a VERY sick dog and needs a vet ASAP, emergency if that is all that is available. I would suggest a vet that has an in-house lab, ultrasound, can do emergency surgery, and has 24/7 vet care. If your dog has had a foreign body obstruction since Sunday night, there is a very real risk that her intestines have perforated; they have at least undergone some degree of necrosis. Perforation and necrosis are both life-threatening emergencies. Even if she does not have an obstruction, whatever her problem is that she is flat out and not eating a thing is really really bad. She needs intense supportive care at least, if not surgery followed by intense supportive care. Good luck.

How is your dog doing? I hope she's Ok. Give us an update if you can.

I hope your pup is o.k...

I also hope your dog is doing well.

It does sound like you need a second opinion A.S.A.P.

It sounds to me like it could be a pancreas issue.

When dealing with a dog and her multiple health problems, I learned quickly to set a time limit on things. I want to know a date or time when I should see improvement, not having this leaves to much to happen if things donÂt work.

I also discovered that if vet does not want to give you a date or time, then he/she probably does not know what is going on.

SG

Hey, My dog is having the same exact problem since sunday April 3rd. They took blood work and gave him all his shots & an exam the same day. They said they didn't find anything wrong. Could you tell me what the vet did for your dog? There is no point for me to go spend money that I don't have when they don't have a solution. Please update me!

I bought my pitbull about three days ago and I have noticed that she is always in one spot and would not move from that place. At first I thought it was because she was shy, but reading about pitbulls, that is not there temperament. Since the day I brought her home I have noticed that she doesn't want to eat or drink water. I have tried to take her for a walk and she would not budge to move. I feel that I have to drag her and I end up picking her up. I have also notice that she is spitting out slimy saliva with foam. She constantly has her tail in between her legs. I thought she was scared or shy but someone please advice. If this behavior continues I am going to take her to the vet. Reading your information above, my boyfriend had a two dogs with the same problem described and we found out that the dogs had been poisoned. One of the dogs did get better, but the other got worse to the point that he could not even walk not even the medicine that was prescribed to the dog helped because unfortunately he died.

Let us know about your dog. It's always nice when people report back.

It's been six years, people...I don't think there will be an update. Why do folks bring these old posts back up?

zepx, to be really helpful, why don't you post your dog's outcome here? You took him to the vet today, so what was the outcome?

very sadly,my german shepherd who is 1 year old also has the the same problem....i hv decided to take him to the vet by today.....i cant see him vomiting.....pls pray for my dog so that he gets well soon....i am really worried.I love him so much. i want him normal back...and joe i can understand ur situation as well.......ur dog will get well soon....dont worry

Another vet >>>>>

It appears Joe created an account here on 3/26, posted his situation above, and has not been heard from since.

I do hope his dog is OK, but sadly his thread does not seem to ring true.

A dog that is in this type of condition SHOULD NOT BE RECEIVING VACCINATIONS AT THIS TIME!!!! That only helps to irritate a bad situation. Puppys should have had a series of shots before this time. ONE day off food and water is a big deal, could have parvo, distemper or been poisoned. If vaccinations and food appropriate to your dogs age and breed are to expensive you should not own one. I know money is tight for everyone and pet care is expensive I pray people will be able to care for pets BEFORE they bring one home.

I have a somewhat similar story I have a tiny 8 week old Boston terrier he is only 3 pounds here is my story my little bit started having runny Poo. But no blood he would play as always this was Tuesday so I watched him for the rest of the day he would eat and go drink his water on his own. I woke ip wensday and got my baby in with the vet she took a sample of his Poo and came back to tell me it wasn't enough but that she thought it was parasites so I leave with a three day wormer and and a antibiotic So we come home and he still plays but is starting to sleep a lot so Thursday which is today I woke up and my little bit was just pretty much lying around he will get up and walk just a little bit and play with a toy for maybe a few seconds but today he will not eat or drink anything at all and when I say that I mean it I have tried everything so I called my vet back and told her that I thought he was a lot worse then he was he threw up 2 times today but not runny poo. No poo at all so I take him back in she gives him a shot for throwing up and says he is okay he just needs to rest I asked for a parvo test and she said to me why do one she couldn't treat him any different way then she is already. I'm in tears have been all day this little man is my life. I have been using a syringe to give him water and just a little bit of chicken soup I also uses syrup just a little tiny bit I put it in his mouth to maybe try and keep his blood sugar from dropping like I said he is only 3 pounds so tiny. He is sleeping right kow so I hope more then anything this little booger wakes me chewing on my face.

Melinda,
You didn't get any responses to your post because you attached it to an old thread. Always start a new post on forums, especially for such a crucial question.
I do hope you got your puppy to another vet since a 3 lb puppy can't afford to be so sick. Shame on the vet for not doing more. Please give us an update..........