ArreauStandardPoodle

Coccidiosis? It is a parasite and is common in high volume operations, and causes blood in the stool.

KalaMama

If it were me, when she comes home for the first few days I wouldn't worry about any type of training. This baby has been through a lot and she just needs to be loved on. I know they say you aren't supposed to carry pups around like babies, but in my experience with little dogs(a chihuahua) it will help her bond to you and feel more secure at least at first. Then, when you need to take her potty just carry her outside in the grass or put her on a potty pad and say "go potty". I wouldn't worry too much about crate training yet either. I would just keep her with you as much as possible until she seems to stabilize and be confident in her environment. Then, she will want to jump down and bounce around the house

Pinky

I think that's what it was..she said it's common in puppy mills if they're just left in crates and stuff. I'll talk to her about it when I pick her up.

I will just concentrate on loving her up. I feel so bad for her :(

ArreauStandardPoodle

Chew toys can be sterilized in the dishwasher. or wash them with a bit of bleach and hot water.

Diapers would make it worse because the poop has nowhere to go but on her. At least if she poops in the crate she has a chance of getting away from it. The diaper would plaster it to her bum and then she will be quite a mess. Easier to clean the crate I would think. If you keep a close eye on her body language, she will let you know when she is going to poop or pee. She will become restless, nose to the ground...once she is well, she will need to go out to poop after a big nap, after eating or after a play. Poop training, when the dog is well, is a breeze. The pee trainiing is more difficult.

schnauzerpoodle

Pinky, I am so so so sorry to hear this. Regarding the IV, don't worry, dogs are okay with it. Yonkie had several ER episodes and he had IV fluids every time. One time I had to bring him home when he's still have his IV fluid on - so I had to carry that IV thingy and chase after him while he was playing.

I always get toys/beddings etc. that are machine washable or dishwasher safe. That makes everything easier. Don't worry too much about any type of training until she is well. Her health comes first, right?

But I'm proud of you, Pinky - you are a first time dog owner and you are young (and didn't sound too mature, sorry Pinky, but that's the impression) and you are not used to doing all the cleaning BUT you put Charlie first and did the right thing at that very moment. You definitely have the potential to be a responsible dog mom!! After you are done with all the cleaning, go take a rest. Don't let yourself get too exhausted. Charlie needs a healthy mom to love her (and clean up for her).

Oh, do call the credit card company. If you are able to get a refund, even a partial refund, you can save that up as Charlie's health fund.

Stay positive!! Big hugs from me and Nickel!!

p.s. You may want to check out pet insurance (maybe for the first few years, at least. If she turns out to be healthy and your budget is tight, then you may consider lowering the coverage). I feel bad to say this but Charlie might have more medical needs in the future. I'm paying $30 a month for Nickel. It covers everything except routine care ($100 deductible; 0% co-pay). Just to give you an idea: Last time Nickel had a urinary tract infection. The bill came back to be $402 (medicine + all the testings). I faxed in the form and the invoice and received a check of $302 within a week.

Write back to let us know how Charlie is doing or if you need further help, or if you need help picking an insurance plan.

1Jurisdiva

Ditto what schnauzerpoodle said.

Pinky I think you are handling everything so far VERY well - I am so proud that you are handling the messes yourself, and I think showed great maturity in how you dealt with this crisis.

SnorPuddel

Pinky you have shown maturity in dealing with arrival and illness of poor little Charlie. Charlie is so fortunate that she has a mom like you.

Foxxy Baldr and I are sending positive healing thoughts your way.

whitepoodles

So sorry to hear about your puppy. Your vet seems to be doing the right things and most important now is that he keeps him stable on IV fluids. Hydration is of paramount importance and I am glad that the Parvo test (which I thought was the cause but isnt ) came back negative.
Roundworms are not usually a problem in puppies unless left untreated and in abundance but this does not seem to be the problem.
I thinkthat total blood work , urinalysis and kidney/liver function tests will hopefully give you and your vet a final diagnosis.
Does your vet have any ideas of what may be wrong with your pup ?
This can get costly, however from what I read you love him very much and I believe it is worth it for you to give him a chance at life and find out what is wrong with your pup. You are a wonderful and responsible dog owner Pinky !
Wishing you all the best and keeping my fingers crossed that he pulls through.
Keep us posted.

whitepoodles

Vet said she also has an ear infection and I forget what the name of the disease is...something with a C..but she said she wants to test Charlie for it 3 times bc it can be hard to diagnose

Pinky maybe your vet meant "G" and not "C" ?
Could it be he meant "G" for Giardia? This also gives the same lethargic symptoms and poop with tinges of blood in it and lack of appetite. Maybe this is what your vet meant so it is a good idea to test for Giardia as well.

Skye

Pinky,
Just sending you hugs and prayers for you and Charlie. You are doing really well, this is a tough situation. I would do what you can to get the credit card company involved, and try to recover some of what you paid for the dog. You paid the same amount you would have paid for a well bred health tested dog. Wishing you the best, and keep us posted.