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hunniebunnie · 01-05-2006, 03:32 AM

My little one vomited earlier in the evening but I thought it was runny poop since the texture and smell looked like it.

I just woke up to my baby's scratching and whimpering in his crate. I thought he needed to pee so I let him out and as soon as he rushed out of this crate, he started throwing up. Then he kept dry heaving for a while before settling down and i gave him some water then proceeded to wrap him up in a towel for warmth and petted him until he settled down again.

He's now snuggled in bed with me and chewing on his plush toy. But every so often, he'll stop to dry heave again, but he hasn't thrown up again.

Anyone know what else I can do to make him more comfortable? And what CAN be the problem? He just got a series of vaccinations yesterday, 1 of which he's had before (distemper parvo la), but 2 are new (lyme disease and giardia). but it's been more than 24 hrs since the vaccinations and he didn't exhibit any negative symptoms other than soreness after the vaccines.

Is there anything else I should make note of? Should I take him to the vet in the morning? Or should I wait to see if he continues to exhibit these symptoms?

HELP!

alaskayorkie · 01-05-2006, 03:44 AM

Sorry, I'm no expert. I would suggest calling vet in the morning if the dry heaves keep up. I've heard dehydration can be a problem, especially in young dogs, so you might see if he'll drink.

I know a lot of Yorkies throw up, but anything persistent would concern me.

Good luck. I hope he's feeling better.

rrosenberry · 01-05-2006, 05:20 AM

I would call the vet also,, but as soon as I got to the " he had shots yesterday" part, I kinda relaxed.. ALot of times the shots give them a upset tummy, and it can be the next day, But I'd call asap. Has he ate or drank, might try that. let us know.

hunniebunnie · 01-05-2006, 05:32 AM

i tried to get him to drink from his bowl, but he refused so i cupped some water in my hand and he was willing to drink from my hands. he finally stopped heaving and started sleeping in the past hour.

he has eaten and drank regularly since the shots on tuesday and in fact some of his vomit included what looks like soft, partially digested kibbles.

i'm feeding him again at 7am so i'll see what happens then...

whispersmom2 · 01-05-2006, 05:53 AM

First, a warning. He must never have so many vaccines at the same time again. We compromise the immune system of these little fragile beings and treat them as if they were Great Danes.Not us necessarily, but the vets. Syringe some sugar or honey water in him. Then try to get him to take more Nutri stat or nutrical..
CALL THAT VET AND LET HIM KNOW how he hurt your baby...Give him smoochies from Rini and the cuties,

wendybee · 01-05-2006, 06:01 AM

id ring the vet ASAP and explain that since your baby had the shots his been ill.
maybe its all over now and your baby will settle and be better

SoCalyorkiLvr · 01-05-2006, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by whispersmom2

First, a warning. He must never have so many vaccines at the same time again. We compromise the immune system of these little fragile beings and treat them as if they were Great Danes.Not us necessarily, but the vets. Syringe some sugar or honey water in him. Then try to get him to take more Nutri stat or nutrical..
CALL THAT VET AND LET HIM KNOW how he hurt your baby...Give him smoochies from Rini and the cuties,

Just to reiterate this point for everyone. Please Please if you are going to vaccinate your furbaby, make sure they never give more than one shot at a time and that they wait a good three weeks between each one. Your vet may protest because sometimes all they have are the combo shots, but your baby's health is worth extra effort and not being treated like "every other dog" whether it is a great dane or a chihuauhua. Your baby deserves better than this.

It may cost a little more too but it is so worth it.

I hope your little one is better soon.

hunniebunnie · 01-05-2006, 03:12 PM

thanks for the advice and good thoughts everyone.

bunjee's feeling a lot better this morning. sleeping a lot, drinking a little, and he ate as normal this morning. i called the vet this morning and they said to just monitor his intake and situtation and if he continues to vomit, then to bring him in, otherwise make sure he gets plenty of water. they're also making a note in his file not to give so many vaccines at once in the future.

we had a short play session this afternoon and now he's back to sleep in bed again. it seems like other than catching up on his lack of sleep last night, he's back to his normal self. i'm still keeping a close eye on him for the day. i think he's enjoying the extra attention.

SoCalyorkiLvr · 01-05-2006, 03:26 PM

Great to hear!

LIL MIS' MAGIC · 01-05-2006, 03:29 PM

I am glad that he is feeling better now. I would make sure to watch him really carefully to make sure he is eating and drinking. I hope he continues to get better.

Yorkieluv · 01-05-2006, 04:07 PM

Great to hear he's feeling better! Like everyone said, just make sure he's getting enough fluids because these guys can dehydrate very quickly.

01-05-2006, 03:32 AM	#1
hunniebunnie Follower of Yorkietology Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cali-fo-nee-ya Posts: 1,325	Anyone up? Advice please. My little one vomited earlier in the evening but I thought it was runny poop since the texture and smell looked like it. I just woke up to my baby's scratching and whimpering in his crate. I thought he needed to pee so I let him out and as soon as he rushed out of this crate, he started throwing up. Then he kept dry heaving for a while before settling down and i gave him some water then proceeded to wrap him up in a towel for warmth and petted him until he settled down again. He's now snuggled in bed with me and chewing on his plush toy. But every so often, he'll stop to dry heave again, but he hasn't thrown up again. Anyone know what else I can do to make him more comfortable? And what CAN be the problem? He just got a series of vaccinations yesterday, 1 of which he's had before (distemper parvo la), but 2 are new (lyme disease and giardia). but it's been more than 24 hrs since the vaccinations and he didn't exhibit any negative symptoms other than soreness after the vaccines. Is there anything else I should make note of? Should I take him to the vet in the morning? Or should I wait to see if he continues to exhibit these symptoms? HELP!

01-05-2006, 03:44 AM	#2
alaskayorkie Banning Thread Dictator Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Anchorage Posts: 30,843 Blog Entries: 57	Sorry, I'm no expert. I would suggest calling vet in the morning if the dry heaves keep up. I've heard dehydration can be a problem, especially in young dogs, so you might see if he'll drink. I know a lot of Yorkies throw up, but anything persistent would concern me. Good luck. I hope he's feeling better. __________________ Mike ~ Doting Dad to Jillie, Harper, Molly, Cooper, Eddie (RIP), Lucy (RIP), Rusty (RIP) and Jack (RIP). Check us out on YouTube

01-05-2006, 05:20 AM	#3
rrosenberry & Bailey & Bella Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,164	I would call the vet also,, but as soon as I got to the " he had shots yesterday" part, I kinda relaxed.. ALot of times the shots give them a upset tummy, and it can be the next day, But I'd call asap. Has he ate or drank, might try that. let us know. __________________ Rhonda, Bailey, Josie and my angel Bella Rue' "Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." ~Anatole France~

01-05-2006, 03:29 PM	#10
LIL MIS' MAGIC Yorkie Lover Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Midlothian, Texas Posts: 4,377 Blog Entries: 3	I am glad that he is feeling better now. I would make sure to watch him really carefully to make sure he is eating and drinking. I hope he continues to get better. __________________ Kristin, Mom to: Lil Mis Magic, Sailor and Captain

01-05-2006, 04:07 PM	#11
Yorkieluv Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: USA Posts: 7,178	Great to hear he's feeling better! Like everyone said, just make sure he's getting enough fluids because these guys can dehydrate very quickly. __________________ Miko 's his Mommy

01-05-2006, 05:32 AM	#4
hunniebunnie Follower of Yorkietology Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cali-fo-nee-ya Posts: 1,325	i tried to get him to drink from his bowl, but he refused so i cupped some water in my hand and he was willing to drink from my hands. he finally stopped heaving and started sleeping in the past hour. he has eaten and drank regularly since the shots on tuesday and in fact some of his vomit included what looks like soft, partially digested kibbles. i'm feeding him again at 7am so i'll see what happens then...

01-05-2006, 05:53 AM	#5
whispersmom2 Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MD Posts: 2,985	First, a warning. He must never have so many vaccines at the same time again. We compromise the immune system of these little fragile beings and treat them as if they were Great Danes.Not us necessarily, but the vets. Syringe some sugar or honey water in him. Then try to get him to take more Nutri stat or nutrical.. CALL THAT VET AND LET HIM KNOW how he hurt your baby...Give him smoochies from Rini and the cuties,

01-05-2006, 06:01 AM	#6
wendybee BANNED! Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 966	id ring the vet ASAP and explain that since your baby had the shots his been ill. maybe its all over now and your baby will settle and be better

01-05-2006, 03:12 PM	#8
hunniebunnie Follower of Yorkietology Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Cali-fo-nee-ya Posts: 1,325	thanks for the advice and good thoughts everyone. bunjee's feeling a lot better this morning. sleeping a lot, drinking a little, and he ate as normal this morning. i called the vet this morning and they said to just monitor his intake and situtation and if he continues to vomit, then to bring him in, otherwise make sure he gets plenty of water. they're also making a note in his file not to give so many vaccines at once in the future. we had a short play session this afternoon and now he's back to sleep in bed again. it seems like other than catching up on his lack of sleep last night, he's back to his normal self. i'm still keeping a close eye on him for the day. i think he's enjoying the extra attention.

01-05-2006, 03:26 PM	#9
SoCalyorkiLvr BANNED! Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 8,246	Great to hear!