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April
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From:Clanton Alabama USA
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posted 11-29-2003 07:14 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for April     Edit/Delete Message
I am so happy to find this site.I am not sure if this is the right place for me to post this.I am April.I bought a Peek-a-poo yesterday.We love him so much.We named him Coby.We purchased him thur a breeder in the next town.I did not know the breeder.But my question is,she told me to feed him can food.He is 7 weeks old.I have fed him but now last several hrs he has began to have diarrhea.What can I do for this.I am letting him drink water like she told me.Any suggestions?I am so worried.Thanks so much for your time.April

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MyBabyShihPoo
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posted 11-29-2003 07:35 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for MyBabyShihPoo     Edit/Delete Message
Hi April,
Congratulations on your new puppy and welcome to the board!!!

Just one quick question for you. Are you feeding your puppy the same food that your breeder was feeding him? I only ask because sudden changes in a puppies diet, such as switching food brands or food, can cause such problems as those you are experiencing.
I know there are some other remedies to your problem, but unfortunately I am not familiar with them. I am sure there are others on this board who would be willing to help you out with some of their suggestions. Also, some puppies are a little nervous in their new environment/home, which can also lead to some diarrhea problems as well.

These aren't the only issues that can cause diarrhea, but they are couple that I am familiar with.

Although, if the problem does persist, I would highly recommend taking your puppy to a vet if you haven't done so already. (Plus, it is a good idea to take him to the vet to check and see that he is healthy and has no other problems even if he wasn't having the diarrhea.)

Best of Luck,
Kristi

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April
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From:Clanton Alabama USA
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posted 11-29-2003 07:42 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for April     Edit/Delete Message
Thanks Kristi for taking time to post.Yes I am feeding it the same kind.I was taking my dog Monday to the vet to let my vet check him and to show him the shots the breeder had already gave him.Also I know the vet can tell me Monday about the diarrhea but I was just wandering if I should try to go ahead and get him to a ER Vet tonite or first thing tommorrow.I sure don't want nothing to happen to my baby.We had been wanting a peek-a-poo for awhile and so so thankful to have found him.I will watch him very careful and if he makes any changes or gets lifeless I will take off.Thanks again.april

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April
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posted 11-29-2003 07:45 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for April     Edit/Delete Message
Sorry I mean april.My daughter Judy walked in to read the post and I typed her name to my last post.Ha ha .I am not nuts.That shows how nervous I am about my baby.April

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MyBabyShihPoo
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posted 11-29-2003 09:52 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for MyBabyShihPoo     Edit/Delete Message
No problem April!

Well, at least you know that the food brand change is not the cause.

Glad to hear that you are taking your pup to the vet on Monday. He/She will be able to better diagnose the problem and give you some helpful pointers. And like you are already doing, have fresh water available at all times, the last thing you need is a dehydrated puppy to add to your problem!

As far as taking your pup to a veterinary ER, it all depends on how you feel. Does the diarrhea seem severe? If yes, then you may want to consider going to a vet. ER; and if not, then you are probably safe in waiting till Monday.

I know when I first got my two shih-poos I was a nervous wreck about everyting! Lets just say I was a frequent visitor in my vets office I can definitely relate to your feelings of nervousness! My two dogs actually had a diarrhea problem as well when we first brought them home. So, of course, being a nervous new dog owner, we did bring them to our vet. He mentioned to us that it was not an unusal problem in puppies, and that it usually clears up in a short amount of time (for us about a week). But, that is not to say that there could not be a more serious problem.

Thus, your nervous feelings about your baby are perfectly normal! Just give Coby lots of love and attention and have fun!!!

Sorry I couldn't be of any more help!

Let us know how things turn out,
Kristi

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