Joey has the runs :( - YorkieTalk.com Forums

deejer12 · 08-31-2011, 08:10 AM

So my 12 week pup just got the runs for the first time. And then he thew up just the tiniest bit. It looked gray, which makes me think he might have gotten into the kitty litter box. He hasn't ate since last night, which could be good to settle his stomach, but does anyone have any suggestions? Or could this be normal? He has only had 2 shots, we have to wait another week or so to get him his third and he goes outside to potty.

Thanks so much

Maximo · 08-31-2011, 08:15 AM

At 12 weeks, I would take him to the vet. I wouldn't risk it. Did he have a general wellness check and fecal done when you first brought him home?

Put the kitty litter box somewhere he cannot access it.

Hope your pup feels better soon.

JDS · 08-31-2011, 10:25 AM

I agree with the PP. I would take him to the vet.

gidget529 · 08-31-2011, 10:31 AM

If it is over 12 hours since your 12 week old has eaten, I would be concerned about low blood sugar. These little ones need meals every so many hours to maintain sugar levels. I would take him to the vet today. He can dehydrate quickly also at this age.

deejer12 · 08-31-2011, 03:07 PM

Thanks guys

He has been eating and drinking water and he's been stable now with going to the bathroom. If it acts up again, I will take him to the vet. He seems 100% better, happy and playing

08-31-2011, 08:10 AM	#1
deejer12 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Schaumburg, IL Posts: 12	Joey has the runs :( So my 12 week pup just got the runs for the first time. And then he thew up just the tiniest bit. It looked gray, which makes me think he might have gotten into the kitty litter box. He hasn't ate since last night, which could be good to settle his stomach, but does anyone have any suggestions? Or could this be normal? He has only had 2 shots, we have to wait another week or so to get him his third and he goes outside to potty. Thanks so much

08-31-2011, 08:15 AM	#2
Maximo ♥ Maximo and Teddy Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 25,045	At 12 weeks, I would take him to the vet. I wouldn't risk it. Did he have a general wellness check and fecal done when you first brought him home? Put the kitty litter box somewhere he cannot access it. Hope your pup feels better soon. __________________ Kristin, Max and Teddy

08-31-2011, 10:25 AM	#3
JDS YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: the good 'ol South Posts: 683	I agree with the PP. I would take him to the vet. __________________ Jenn & Lulu

08-31-2011, 10:31 AM	#4
gidget529 Gidget & Sidney's Mom Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: PA Posts: 3,462	If it is over 12 hours since your 12 week old has eaten, I would be concerned about low blood sugar. These little ones need meals every so many hours to maintain sugar levels. I would take him to the vet today. He can dehydrate quickly also at this age. __________________ Mommy to Gidget, Sidney & Cricket(RIP)

08-31-2011, 03:07 PM	#5
deejer12 Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Schaumburg, IL Posts: 12	Thanks guys He has been eating and drinking water and he's been stable now with going to the bathroom. If it acts up again, I will take him to the vet. He seems 100% better, happy and playing