[SnowWa]

I can't believe all the different advise you're getting.

Even feeding her anything might be the exact opposite of what you should be doing (with the exception probably - that she has to have fluids).

If my dog were sick like yours - we would have already gone to the vet. And I would be getting a part-time job or going without other things if that's what I had to do to pay the bill.

I hope that whatever it is resolves itself. That is certainly possible. But, how uncomfortable is she while you are waiting for that to happen?

And - she could have a twisted bowel, a blockage, or something more serious that cannot correct itself. And, in this case sections of the bowel can be going without oxygen and portions of the bowel can die - causing gangrene or other serious complications. The best outcome in this case would be very very expensive surgery or the poor little thing dying because if was neglected. The thing you need to realize is that often early care prevents further complications and in the end can save you hundreds of dollars.

I am hoping the best for your little puppy.

---------- I can understand not going to a vet for minor scrapes and bruises and some non-lifethreatening conditions, but gastrointestinal conditions can be very serious and can certainly be very painful. Your little puppy may be in a great deal of pain. How can she tell you? Whimpering is one way. Doing nothing is another.

I have said it before and will always believe that if people can't afford medical care (or at least enough care to keep their animals free from pain) -- they should not have pets.

Please, for sure, keep us posted. And, again I hope she recovers on her own.

Carol Jean

PS: I re-read some of the posts and think you said that she is going to the bathroom. That is a very good sign. But still - keep a close eye on her and please keep us up to date.