HELP- My new puppy is puking - YorkieTalk.com Forums

kkihlstrom · 01-27-2008, 08:08 PM

So we just got an 11 week old male yorkie. He has not had any vaccinations yet and we are planning on taking him first thing tomorrow morning. He was fine when we left the breeder's house but when we got him home he puked a few times and is very lethargic/sleepy. Granted, his commute to his new home included a 40 minutes ferry ride, 2 stops (gas & grandma's house) and 30 minutes or so of driving but we're a little concerned.

Any ideas as to what the problem might be? We're hoping it's just that he's scared and lonely in his new home for the first day but maybe he's sick since he hasn't been vaccinated yet.

Thoughts?

a2luckygirl · 01-27-2008, 08:17 PM

Oh, it could be so many things-why no shots?? None?? Not wormed or anything!
I think you need to call a Animal Emergency- or take him there- he is to little to lose so much fluids- I don't know for sure what to tell you to do- but get him to a VET ASAP! He could not make it to AM - you need to go- call and tell them your on the way!Better be safe than sorry!
I hope you just go- the ones that could help the most might not see this tonight- and I think they would tell you to get him to a vet- fast!

fannie · 01-27-2008, 08:24 PM

Sounds like he's going hypoglycemic on you. If you have nutrical, give it immediately. Karo syrup will work in a pinch.

cindy0721 · 01-27-2008, 08:25 PM

sugar water is quick too worst case.. keep him hydrated.....and warm..... has he eaten? good luck..

bchgirl · 01-27-2008, 08:25 PM

Has puppy eaten anything? Is the vomit yellow? That's stomach bile and happens when they have empty tummies. Do you have nytrical on hand? Give him some of that or karo syrup if you have no nytrical and get him to eat some food.

kkihlstrom · 01-27-2008, 08:43 PM

He ate a bunch before we picked him up. His vomit isn't yellow- just brown like the color of his food. He was really rambunctuous when we picked him up because he was with 4 other dogs including mom/dad/brother so I think maybe he just needs a time out.

Anyways, we gave him some sugar water and he drank a good amount and seems to be keeping it down ok. We're taking him to the vet first thing tomorrow to get vaccinated and a check-up so hopefully he's fine. Thanks for the advice.

cindy0721 · 01-27-2008, 08:51 PM

yea he might just not be a traveler.. and became sick from the trip.. just let his tummy rest til the morning... just keep a eye on him..

bjh · 01-28-2008, 04:33 AM

It is very common for Yorkie puppies to get car sick when they first start traveling. His problem is probably stress related. I always recommend honey and water for an upset stomach. I hope your puppy is doing better by now. Please keep us posted on how he is doing.

ARCHIE · 01-28-2008, 05:38 AM

The day I brought Buddy home he threw up all over me in the car.
They can get motion sickness the first couple of times in the car
especially if they have just eaten, which your pup did.
Good luck at the vet's today. Hope your little one get's a clean
bill of health.

lborman042005 · 01-30-2008, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by kkihlstrom

He ate a bunch before we picked him up. His vomit isn't yellow- just brown like the color of his food. He was really rambunctuous when we picked him up because he was with 4 other dogs including mom/dad/brother so I think maybe he just needs a time out.

Anyways, we gave him some sugar water and he drank a good amount and seems to be keeping it down ok. We're taking him to the vet first thing tomorrow to get vaccinated and a check-up so hopefully he's fine. Thanks for the advice.

What did your vet say???

Mari-Lou · 01-30-2008, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

I always recommend honey and water for an upset stomach. I hope your puppy is doing better by now. Please keep us posted on how he is doing.

Honey has bacteria in it that can harm dogs and children under the age of 2 years, Karo syrup is the better choice.

bjh · 01-30-2008, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Mari-Lou

Honey has bacteria in it that can harm dogs and children under the age of 2 years, Karo syrup is the better choice.

I went to my vets the other day and was going to get some Nutri-Cal but the vet (he is a holistic vet) said that honey and water was better because the PH of the honey was better suited for dogs. Honey is filled with vitamins and easy to digest. I have also had other vets tell me to use honey for settling a upset stomach and I have used it for years for that with no problem. Honey is also good for dogs with allergies. Yes, some raw honey can have bacteria in it but so can many other things. I would not recommend for it a new born pup but I feel that it is very safe for older pups and adults.

scrappysmom · 01-30-2008, 10:53 AM

Just Checking To See What The Vet Said.

BLEU BOY BARBER · 01-31-2008, 11:10 AM

Please Post A Update Concerned About Your Baby!

Also The Fact You Just Got The Baby From The Breeder You Need To Do A Full Check Up With Vet Just To Make Sure Everything Is Ok... Good Luck Yes Shots And Heart Worm Meds... Wow Let Us Know Asap!

breanna · 02-03-2008, 07:40 PM

i have a similar problem. my new puppy has had her shots but gets sick after we get back from going some where. and she gets sick a few times. any ideas?

01-27-2008, 08:08 PM	#1
kkihlstrom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 2	HELP- My new puppy is puking So we just got an 11 week old male yorkie. He has not had any vaccinations yet and we are planning on taking him first thing tomorrow morning. He was fine when we left the breeder's house but when we got him home he puked a few times and is very lethargic/sleepy. Granted, his commute to his new home included a 40 minutes ferry ride, 2 stops (gas & grandma's house) and 30 minutes or so of driving but we're a little concerned. Any ideas as to what the problem might be? We're hoping it's just that he's scared and lonely in his new home for the first day but maybe he's sick since he hasn't been vaccinated yet. Thoughts?

01-27-2008, 08:24 PM	#3
fannie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,421	Sounds like he's going hypoglycemic on you. If you have nutrical, give it immediately. Karo syrup will work in a pinch. __________________ Steph, Mama to 6 skin babies and beautiful yorkies!www.sweetyorkies.com

01-27-2008, 08:25 PM	#4
cindy0721 Always In My Heart Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Lone Star State Posts: 3,392	sugar water is quick too worst case.. keep him hydrated.....and warm..... has he eaten? good luck.. __________________ Cindy & Gizmo Gizmo on Dogster *Rest in peace My Madda* *very much*

01-27-2008, 08:25 PM	#5
bchgirl Donating YT 9000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: at da beach Posts: 9,624	Has puppy eaten anything? Is the vomit yellow? That's stomach bile and happens when they have empty tummies. Do you have nytrical on hand? Give him some of that or karo syrup if you have no nytrical and get him to eat some food. __________________ Deb, Ramsey, Reese, Reggie & Trace who watches over us Ramsey 's Bailey

01-27-2008, 08:51 PM	#7
cindy0721 Always In My Heart Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: The Lone Star State Posts: 3,392	yea he might just not be a traveler.. and became sick from the trip.. just let his tummy rest til the morning... just keep a eye on him.. __________________ Cindy & Gizmo Gizmo on Dogster *Rest in peace My Madda* *very much*

01-27-2008, 08:17 PM	#2
a2luckygirl YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: RIGHT NOW- MO! Posts: 1,954	Oh, it could be so many things-why no shots?? None?? Not wormed or anything! I think you need to call a Animal Emergency- or take him there- he is to little to lose so much fluids- I don't know for sure what to tell you to do- but get him to a VET ASAP! He could not make it to AM - you need to go- call and tell them your on the way!Better be safe than sorry! I hope you just go- the ones that could help the most might not see this tonight- and I think they would tell you to get him to a vet- fast!

01-27-2008, 08:43 PM	#6
kkihlstrom YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 2	He ate a bunch before we picked him up. His vomit isn't yellow- just brown like the color of his food. He was really rambunctuous when we picked him up because he was with 4 other dogs including mom/dad/brother so I think maybe he just needs a time out. Anyways, we gave him some sugar water and he drank a good amount and seems to be keeping it down ok. We're taking him to the vet first thing tomorrow to get vaccinated and a check-up so hopefully he's fine. Thanks for the advice.

01-28-2008, 04:33 AM	#8
bjh Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Warren, Texas Posts: 2,522	It is very common for Yorkie puppies to get car sick when they first start traveling. His problem is probably stress related. I always recommend honey and water for an upset stomach. I hope your puppy is doing better by now. Please keep us posted on how he is doing.

01-28-2008, 05:38 AM	#9
ARCHIE Owned by "Buddy" Donating Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: NEW YORK Posts: 10,439	The day I brought Buddy home he threw up all over me in the car. They can get motion sickness the first couple of times in the car especially if they have just eaten, which your pup did. Good luck at the vet's today. Hope your little one get's a clean bill of health. __________________ Carol Buddy ~MEMBER OF THE S.R.C. AND TEAPOT CLUB~

01-30-2008, 10:53 AM	#13
scrappysmom Mommy's Baby Doo Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DesMoines ,Ia Posts: 5,170	Just Checking To See What The Vet Said. __________________ mommy to scrappydoo charliegirl sunday

01-31-2008, 11:10 AM	#14
BLEU BOY BARBER Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,783	Please Post A Update Concerned About Your Baby! Also The Fact You Just Got The Baby From The Breeder You Need To Do A Full Check Up With Vet Just To Make Sure Everything Is Ok... Good Luck Yes Shots And Heart Worm Meds... Wow Let Us Know Asap! __________________ *Spoiled Rotten Mama's Boy* *Bleu Boy 's Sophie* We Are Wrapped Around Your Little Paws Bleu Boy Barber Dedicated Atlanto Axial Subluxation Paw Parents

02-03-2008, 07:40 PM	#15
breanna Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: az Posts: 51	i have a similar problem. my new puppy has had her shots but gets sick after we get back from going some where. and she gets sick a few times. any ideas?