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rguarin · 02-29-2008, 10:51 AM

If anyone can call me to give me some ideas on my depressed Yorkie.
He is about 8 months old and for the last 2 days he has been down and depressed. Since he is alone during the day I don't know if he has eaten but I have the impression that he hasn't. I am willing to go to the vet, but before I do that, I would like someone to give me some ideas to try before then.
Thank you,
Rod
786.389.8963

BLEU BOY BARBER · 02-29-2008, 10:55 AM

Welcome to YT I will let someone else call you as I am relatively new to all this stuff but I did want to welcome you to YT!

Be careful putting your phone# in a public forum I would only send it in a personal message!

There are alot of experienced people here so you should be getting some help rather soon!

Potter · 02-29-2008, 11:13 AM

How about a little outing/ a little walk to cheer him up a little? not sure if it helps but its worth a try.

rguarin · 02-29-2008, 01:18 PM

I got home a few moments ago and there really isn't a change. Tried the taking him for a walk thing, since he has always loved that, but while he complied - a few steps, after a few he just plopped himself down and didn't want to move.
I am in Miami, so weather had nothing to do with it.
We have a dog emergency hospital nearby and they open at 6pm -it is abit past 5pm now, so in a few I will be taking him there, and at least I am placing in with the care that he needs.
I'd rather spend a few extra bucks, which like most, would rather keep in my pocket, than regret later on because I didn't do all I could.
Even though I have only had Max about 8 months, he is a big part of the family and he desires every chance at getting well.
Thank you again, and should anyone else wish to relay anything, not a problem.
Ordinarly I would not post my number out there, but given the urgency, one, I didn't care, and two, being a federal law enforcement officer, I am able to deal with posting my number out there.
People frequenting this site and a particular breed - no pun intended, and I wouldn't expect some sick o to be in here.
Thanks again, Rod

KathyinCali · 02-29-2008, 01:31 PM

Welcome to YT...If it were me and Lucy was acting very different I would take her to the vet to rule anything out-especially if not eating is involved. I hope you will keep us posted.

MICKEYK · 02-29-2008, 01:37 PM

yes please keep us posted i hope your babie is feeling better soon

welcome to yt.do you have any pics of him we would sure like to see some

Patti · 02-29-2008, 01:41 PM

Will he play with toys? Is he pooping normal? Maybe he is bored. I would take him for blood work to rule out anything serious. Keep us posted.

LunasMomma · 02-29-2008, 01:43 PM

I hope he's okay

Please update us after you see the vet

jencar98 · 02-29-2008, 01:44 PM

Hi Rod and Welcome to YT! If you think he hasn't eaten but are not sure, try giving him some plain boiled chicken. If he takes that readily you know he still has an appetite and that's at least a good start......I would go from there. Has anything changed in the past few days in his environment? Does he have retained puppy teeth that could be bothering him? It could be one or more of several things combined. I think the trip to the vet is a good idea and at least will reassure you nothing is medically wrong.

Btw, what is the little guy name?

Maxi · 02-29-2008, 02:03 PM

Welcome to YT. I hope your baby is feeling better.

CO_yorkie_momma · 03-01-2008, 04:13 PM

I also think it may be his teeth are hurting him. Maybe try rubbing your fingers in his mouth and see if it seems to bother him a little. He might need something soft to eat for a bit if that is the case.

Julie1760 · 03-01-2008, 05:13 PM

Did you get an answer from the vet? Saying prayers that everything is ok!!

02-29-2008, 10:51 AM	#1
rguarin YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: miami Posts: 4	Sick Yorkie If anyone can call me to give me some ideas on my depressed Yorkie. He is about 8 months old and for the last 2 days he has been down and depressed. Since he is alone during the day I don't know if he has eaten but I have the impression that he hasn't. I am willing to go to the vet, but before I do that, I would like someone to give me some ideas to try before then. Thank you, Rod 786.389.8963

02-29-2008, 10:55 AM	#2
BLEU BOY BARBER Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,793	Welcome to YT I will let someone else call you as I am relatively new to all this stuff but I did want to welcome you to YT! Be careful putting your phone# in a public forum I would only send it in a personal message! There are alot of experienced people here so you should be getting some help rather soon! __________________ *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

02-29-2008, 11:13 AM	#3
Potter YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 1,736	How about a little outing/ a little walk to cheer him up a little? not sure if it helps but its worth a try. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."

02-29-2008, 01:18 PM	#4
rguarin YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: miami Posts: 4	Thanks I got home a few moments ago and there really isn't a change. Tried the taking him for a walk thing, since he has always loved that, but while he complied - a few steps, after a few he just plopped himself down and didn't want to move. I am in Miami, so weather had nothing to do with it. We have a dog emergency hospital nearby and they open at 6pm -it is abit past 5pm now, so in a few I will be taking him there, and at least I am placing in with the care that he needs. I'd rather spend a few extra bucks, which like most, would rather keep in my pocket, than regret later on because I didn't do all I could. Even though I have only had Max about 8 months, he is a big part of the family and he desires every chance at getting well. Thank you again, and should anyone else wish to relay anything, not a problem. Ordinarly I would not post my number out there, but given the urgency, one, I didn't care, and two, being a federal law enforcement officer, I am able to deal with posting my number out there. People frequenting this site and a particular breed - no pun intended, and I wouldn't expect some sick o to be in here. Thanks again, Rod

02-29-2008, 01:31 PM	#5
KathyinCali Love My Li'l Lucy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 6,695	Welcome to YT...If it were me and Lucy was acting very different I would take her to the vet to rule anything out-especially if not eating is involved. I hope you will keep us posted. __________________ Kathy and Lil' Lucy Buster and Jammies Member of the Spoiled Rotten Club

02-29-2008, 01:37 PM	#6
MICKEYK BANNED! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: MI Posts: 2,052	yes please keep us posted i hope your babie is feeling better soon welcome to yt.do you have any pics of him we would sure like to see some

02-29-2008, 01:41 PM	#7
Patti Donating YT 10000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 18,334	Will he play with toys? Is he pooping normal? Maybe he is bored. I would take him for blood work to rule out anything serious. Keep us posted. __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : Maya's Mom RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

02-29-2008, 01:43 PM	#8
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 4,913	I hope he's okay Please update us after you see the vet __________________ Card Carrying Member of the Crazy AND Pink Clubs

02-29-2008, 01:44 PM	#9
jencar98 Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,772	Hi Rod and Welcome to YT! If you think he hasn't eaten but are not sure, try giving him some plain boiled chicken. If he takes that readily you know he still has an appetite and that's at least a good start......I would go from there. Has anything changed in the past few days in his environment? Does he have retained puppy teeth that could be bothering him? It could be one or more of several things combined. I think the trip to the vet is a good idea and at least will reassure you nothing is medically wrong. Btw, what is the little guy name? __________________ ~Ruby & Reno~ http://www.okyorkierescue.org/

02-29-2008, 02:03 PM	#10
Maxi My Little Man! Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: New York Posts: 1,687 Blog Entries: 1	Welcome to YT. I hope your baby is feeling better. __________________ Maxi's mom Maxi's page:http://www.mydogspace.com/me/MaxiWatch me on youtubehttp://youtube.com/user/SWEETKAT25 Proud Member of Crazy Club Spoiled Rotten Club YAP Club Don't support puppy mills!

03-01-2008, 04:13 PM	#11
CO_yorkie_momma My Angels Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Colorful Colorado Posts: 2,259	I also think it may be his teeth are hurting him. Maybe try rubbing your fingers in his mouth and see if it seems to bother him a little. He might need something soft to eat for a bit if that is the case.

03-01-2008, 05:13 PM	#12
Julie1760 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Shawano, Wisconsin Posts: 389	Did you get an answer from the vet? Saying prayers that everything is ok!! __________________ •·.·´¯`·.·•Julie •·.·´¯`·.·• Chloé & Myah Myspace - Dogster page