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Sunrvrose
Member
08-13-2001
| Thursday, October 19, 2006 - 8:31 pm
EMERGENCY, DOGDOC OR SOMEONE..... I hope that if people are searching for new messages they will come here. My Cavalier had his adult DHLPPC in August. Tonight, I unknowingly took him to a place where a puppy died of Parvo today. I knew my daughter had a new puppy. I took my Toby out of the car, he walked and peed here and there, then we went in the house. Toby walked thru the house for 2 min. max. Then my grandson found their puppy dead. THEN...(fuming, I am) they tell me that the puppy has been sick with parvo and was being treated for it. I immediately put Toby back in the car. Do I need to do anything at this point. Since he had the parvo combo in Aug, shall I assume he is safe, or should he have a booster or something.
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Thursday, October 19, 2006 - 9:27 pm
No vaccine can guarantee 100% protection. Since the vaccination is given annually, you should be somewhat safe. Vaccination and virus-avoidance practices have made parvo much less pernicious than it was 20 years ago. But even taking every known precaution, you can’t completely eliminate the risk of CPV-2 infection. Thus, parvo remains one of dogdom’s most tenacious foes. Generally, it takes 7-10 days from the time of exposure for dogs and puppies to start showing symptoms and to test positive for parvo. The signs of parvo-virus are not specific. Be on the lookout for these symptoms usually beginning with a high fever, lethargy, depression, and loss of appetite. Secondary symptoms progressing within a day or two appear as severe gastrointestinal distress, such as vomiting and bloody diarrhea. In many cases, dehydration, shock, and death follow. -->Don’t wait for the more severe signs to develop. If your normally energetic pet becomes listless and disinterested in food, play it safe and visit your veterinarian.
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Sunrvrose
Member
08-13-2001
| Thursday, October 19, 2006 - 10:18 pm
Thank you for replying Urgrace. If anything happens to Toby, I really couldnt stand it. I will call the vet first thing in the morning to ask for advice. I think I sounded pretty heartless about the puppy that died. The thing is, my dd said that they were told by the "kids" they got the puppy from that all the other puppies were sick and that they thought they had Parvo. They only got him a few days ago. The puppy had been given a shot for parvo after all the others were sick. AND she did not tell me any of this until I had already brought my Toby up there and possibly exposed him. I guess I am just mad that she didn't tell me any of this till I was there with Toby, and suddenly they found the puppy dead. Probably after I get over the shock I will feel like a real heal for not showing more sympathy for the puppy.
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Thursday, October 19, 2006 - 11:17 pm
I didn't think you were being heartless Sun. I'd have been upset too if someone knew in advance their puppy had Parvo, and didn't warn me to not bring my own dog around. Heck, I'd have wanted to be warned to not come around at all.
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Jimmer
Moderator
08-30-2000
| Friday, October 20, 2006 - 5:42 am
I don't think you were heartless at all Sun. I'd say more but it is your DD that we are talking about here. Suffice it to say that I have trouble understanding how some people think at times.
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Saxywildcat
Member
05-30-2005
| Friday, October 20, 2006 - 6:12 am
Sun, I am thinking about your precious little Toby! Like others said, I'd just keep a close eye on him. And no, you weren't being heartless either. Parvo is a serious thing and I'd want to know as well.
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Urgrace
Member
08-19-2000
| Friday, October 20, 2006 - 4:29 pm
Sunrvrose, how does Toby look? Please keep us posted.
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Jasper
Member
09-14-2000
| Friday, October 20, 2006 - 6:29 pm
Cdbga-that last pic of Whitney is just beggin for a cuddle. I wanted to just reach and pick her up she looks so cute.
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Cdbga
Member
10-04-2004
| Saturday, October 21, 2006 - 8:01 am
Thanks, Jasper. I think she's a cutie, too...of course! And she's so sweet. There's nothing she likes more than a nice cuddle and a rub on her belly. Last weekend we went down to my grandmother's house. The whole family was there for her birthday, so they all got to meet little Whitney. My brother is NOT a dog person and he kept saying he didn't like her, but he was sure acting like he did. Whitney is very afraid of feet. So, if you step near her, she gets scared your going to kick or step on her and she'll cry out. She was following me down the hall and when I stopped to turn to say something to Jeremy (my brother), she stopped and stepped back, which backed her right up into his feet and she screamed. He was annoyed, then I told him that her first owner used to kick her when she was a puppy and she was really traumatized by it, and it still scares her. His whole demeanor changed. He picked her up and carried her down the hall with us. It was kind of cute. My brother is really the most kind-hearted guy, but he hides it really well! Its that young guy thing. Ooh, also while I was down there, Whitney "attacked" my cousin! Hee! I was seated at the end of the table, and Whitney was in her little bed on the floor next to me. When Stacey arrived, she leaned over to hug me. Apparently Whitney thought she was trying to hurt me and immediately jumped up and snarled at Stacey. This was the first time that I've seen protective behavior from her. I assured Whitney I was okay, and apologized to Stacey. But everyone, including Stacey thought the whole thing was pretty funny. I mean, Whitney had been sitting quietly in a house full of people all day and had not been the least bit suspicious of anybody else! And if any of you knew Stacey, you'd understand how perfect it was that it was her! I adore Stacey...she's my favorite cousin, a sweetheart, but a total goofball! I finally figured out how Whitney was opening the door. I'd been leaving pillows propped against the door to keep Naiya from pawing/clawing under the door. Seems Naiya's been knocking them down, then Whitney reaches her little snout under the door, grabs hold of the the pillow with her teeth and pulls it under the door. The pillow gets stuck and the force of it pulls the door open. Kind of smart, actually...and it involves teamwork. I'm actually more impressed by their ingenuity than I am upset about the getting out! And, as I said before, the only reason I don't want her out, is in case maintenance has to come by. So, anyway, I put down more of those rubber tiles so she can't get her nose under the door. But, then I was afraid she'd just scratch the door trying to get out, so I taped a cardboard box lid to the door to cover it. Of course, Whitney managed to pull a corner loose and use that to open the door. Apparently my dog is too smart for me! So, today I just left it open for her. The box thing was just something I put up there to give me time to come up with a real solution. I need something that will keep her from opening the door, but I also need to protect the door/molding so she doesn't scratch it up trying to get out. And, of course, it needs to be inexpensive. That's what was great about the box, because I have a whole lot of those lying around. I'm telling you, with all this trouble, it is a good thing she's so cute 
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Slinkydog
Member
11-30-2005
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 1:36 pm
Bobby has developed another anal tumor, so he'll have another surgery on Wednesday. The vet told me, after he had the first one removed a few months ago, that if he got more we would probably need to neuter him. Apparently, not being neutered has some impact on developing these tumors. Poor boy - having to be neutered at 13.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 5:31 pm
I would appreciate some prayers for our little foster pup..he is the chug (pug/chiuaua mix) he had a seizure and hit head...Bill gave him mouth to mouth on way to vet, he is not doing well....he got meds and is resting but doesnt look good...pls pray he gets better....I have gotten so attached to him, he has slept with us almost every nite and we have bottle feed him my heart is breaking. (the prayers worked for Houdini, he is on the mend, other cats are getting better too) thank you so much
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 7:12 pm
Please, God, let the little puppy live, heal and live a long normal life.
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Supergranny
Member
02-03-2005
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 7:19 pm
Poor little guy. Lots of healing prayers coming his way from our house.  
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Mameblanche
Member
08-24-2002
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 8:54 pm
PRAYER TO ST. FRANCIS FOR PETS Good St. Francis, you loved all of God's creatures. To you they were your brothers and sisters. Help us to follow your example of treating every living thing with kindness. St. Francis, Patron Saint of animals, watch over PAMY's LITTLE CHUG pet and keep PAMY & BILL's companion safe and healthy. Amen.
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Watching2
Member
07-07-2001
| Monday, October 23, 2006 - 10:29 pm
Awwwwwww........so sad Pamy! I'll hope he's doing better and will be all healed really soon!! Prayers also for Toby and Bobby!!! I'm a grandma!!!!!...... of a Chorkie!!!! LOL My DD got one a little over a week ago. He's almost 6 mo. old and has the long hair of a Yorkie, but it's kind of wirely, although is head is silky. He's brown and I forget what else they called him. He's a cute little thing, but not as little as I thought he would be. He does look like he needs to grow into his head though.... kind of like my DD had to as a child. LOL He's going to be one spoiled spoiled puppy!!!! Oh..come on..... he is already! LOL I don't have any pics yet tho. Oh yeah.. his name is "Kit". I told her that was a girl's name but they called him that because they bought him instead of a new kitchen floor for their new to them house. I think he looks like a Gizmo..but she yelled at me for calling him that. Ok..so I slipped once.. but I wasn't too far off. That was the name he was given before they got him! He's a lot more solid and is way more than a handful like the tiny tiny dogs of those breeds. I'll post pics when I can.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 4:10 am
Thanks for the prayers, he is on iv fluids, no change, its like he is in coma....just lays there...we foster many animals and we love them all but every so often 1 comes and touches us more than the rest....RC is one of those....I just cant stop crying.
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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 4:43 am
(((Chug)))
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 6:09 am
((Pamy and Puppy))
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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 6:14 am
Anyone know the best "game plan" on getting rid of fleas!? I have NO IDEA how we got 'em. Our cats are indoor only and our dogs really only hang out in our fenced in yard. At any rate, my ankles are the worst -- very itchy. In fact, the animals hard seem affected. But I did bring the dogs in to get checked and sure enough, they found some flea poop on one dog. So ($98 dollars later) I have advantix for ALL of the animals as well as some kind of canned spray stuff. I know I need to wash/or throw out/or spray the areas where they hang out. My question is, what order is best to do all this? THANKS for any tips or suggestions. UGGHH!!
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Cndeariso
Member
06-28-2004
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 6:19 am
my order to deal with it would be to treat all the pets and then bomb the house while everyone was out. fleas get in the fabric of your furniture and in the carpet as well as pet bedding. then i would bring everyone in and have the yard treated. they come in on your socks and pants legs. if other cats come over the fence they can bring them into your yard. other animals visiting through the fence can pass them on to your pets and yard.
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Cdbga
Member
10-04-2004
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 7:18 am
That sounds like a good order CND. I haven't really been able to do a flea bomb, so when I have to treat for fleas, I've used the carpet powder and flea sprays to treat the apartment. That way I can just confine the pets & myself to a room while I treat the others. And it only takes an hour or so. I've been using the Adam's brand, I think, and have found them to be very effective.
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Retired
Member
07-11-2001
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 8:56 am
(((Pamy))) I'm so sorry to hear about Chug. Healing prayers being sent.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 5:31 pm
thanks for the prayers, he is doing a bit better today, still need prayers ...will keep ya posted..it means so much to us, we appreciate your thoughts and prayers
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 6:17 pm
Pamy, I'm expecting him to improve day by day. Keep us informed, please.
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Sunrvrose
Member
08-13-2001
| Tuesday, October 24, 2006 - 8:05 pm
Pamy, I hope that the little guy bounces back. What happened to him, was he injured? Regarding Toby, sorry I didn't get back sooner, but didn't have internet over the weekend. All of the advice I got was to just watch him and so far he seems just fine. Thanks so much to all of you for asking and caring.
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