My puppy is sick and I need help.?

This sounds very bad. I have listed the symptoms of Parvo virus below. I really hope your baby does not have that, as that is most always fatal. I am very sorry to hear about your financial situation, I have been there. It would be in the best interest of the dog to find it another owner, however I would definately try to have him checked out by a vet 1st to confirm if it is Parvo or not. The typical office visit for that should not cost more than $40.

I know your mom is doing her best, so I would suggest you try your best to help her out every way you can. Are you willing to roll up your sleeves and get to work to try to help your puppy? I know you are too young to officially get a job, but a there are lots of things a 14 year old can do to churn up some extra cash - FAST. You can offer to do some babysitting for a neighbor/family member, cut grass, offer to wash cars (get a couple friends to help you & host a car wash for donations), cleaning a neighbor's/family members house, wash dishes, do their laundry or walk dogs. Be reasonable and don't expect to get $40 for 1 chore, but $5 here and there will add up quickly! If you work hard and commit yourself, you can earn enough $ yourself to pay for the initial vet visit to at least get the test done, then go from there. It won't be easy and you will have to work hard. You may even earn enough extra cash to save for the next time he needs to see a vet for shots, etc.

Also, I would call every vet in the phone book, every animal shelter & boxer rescue group (and prob. even churches) and explain the situation to them and maybe they can offer a donation for your vet bills, or at least payment plans. Talk to your school counselor, maybe they can take up a collection there. Be creative and don't give up!!!

Parvo is a virus that attacks the lining of the digestive system. It causes dogs and puppies to not be able to absorb nutrients or liquids. Puppies are especially prone to it because they have an immature immune system. When dogs and puppies get parvo, they often have severe bloody diarrhea, (that sometimes can be yellow in color) vomiting and lethargy (very, very tired, almost life-less) usually they stop eating and develop a bloody, foul-smelling, liquid stool.

Symptoms begin with a high fever, lethargy, depression, and loss of appetite. Secondary symptoms appear as sever gastrointestinal distress, such as vomiting and bloody diarrhea. In many cases dehydration, shock, and death follow.

If anything, I think it is a good sign that the dog is at least drinking and urinating. My prayers are with your family and puppy, and I hope my suggestions help you help your dog.

I am really sorry to hear that your little puppy is ill. Being an owner of three dogs myself, I understand how awful it can be when they are ill. Unlike humans they can't tell you what hurts, which is unfortunately why a trip to the vets is so vital.

In England there are animal charity hospitals for people who can't afford vetinary treatment when their animals are sick. I take it there is nothing like this available to you?

It could be that your dog has something stuck in the tummy and may need an operation. Boxers like to chew, so I understand, and this may be what has caused the problem if something has become lodged in his tummy or bowels He may also have eaten something that has just disagreed with him. Or it could be a bug. But he needs checking out either way as no amount of guessing will help.

But you have my sympathy. Although you should not have taken on a dog when you have no money to care for the dog, I know how heartbreaking it will be if you have to give him up. But not as heartbreaking as it would be if something happened and the dog died when something may have been done by the vet to save the dog's life.

Your puppy may have an obstruction in it's stomach or intestine. That would explain not wanting to eat. The trots could result from that but it is more likely an illness. Since that is beyond your means take your dog to the humane shelter and turn it over to them. If you cannot take the puppy to the humane shelter, call your local animal control officer and they will pick up the dog and take it to the shelter for you. If the dog can be made healthy the humane shelter will do that and then they will find a new home for the puppy. I think you really like your dog and this is one of the hardest parts for a pet owner. You have to do what is best for the puppy... not what you want to do. Your puppy needs attennntion from a vet.... NOW! I'm sorry you will loose your friend. Please wait to get another puppy until you have the money to give it all of it's shots, take it to the vet for check-ups , and you are eally able to care for it

i just went through the same thing with my dog daisy, it sound exactly like what daisy was doing. she had a stomach infection from me changing her food. i thought she was to skinny she s not. she is also a boxer pit mix. the vet told me to give her chicken broth diluted and i would let her like ice cubes. i did take her to vet the very next morning they gave her antibiotics.she had to be on them for 10 days now you wouldn't know anything was wrong.i also no how scary it is when they are sick .you really need to get it seen by a vet call your local shelter tell them your situation OK and see if they no a vet or some one that will help. you might be able to get an organization to help you pay for the vet . good luck i really hope everything works out.

You really need to get him to a veterinarian. You really shouldn't have a dog if you can't afford medical care for it. Do you go to the doctor when you are sick? Seriously. I don't understand some people. Poor dog landed in the wrong hands I'd say. Do you have a local Humane Society that has veterianary staff you could call? They could maybe arrange something.

how are you going to get it shots and the castration of your dog if you dont have money it sounds like he might have a infection of the stomake or intestines have you tryed other foods it sounds like it will starve if you cant feed him call acouple vets and ask them tell them that you don't have any money and your age sometimes they will help you out .......good luck if you can't help it take it a shelter for animals rather then letting it suffer sorry it has problems

try to get him to eat PLAIN rice.. and boiled chicken. its good for their bellys and will regulate his stomach. keep allowing him to drink lots of water.. he may just have a stomach flu that he needs to ride out. if nothing seems to help.. you need to at least call a vet.. they get that they're expensive.. but explain your situation over the phone and see what they say. if all else faills.. the cheapest vet would be your local petco. they have a vet clinic every sunday from 230-430.. and its a lot cheaper then regular vet office. good luck.

Hate to say it but others are right..You need to give the pup to someone soon that will take care of it..You may be able to call and plead with a local vet that might help you with your finace situation. But you HAVE to do it VERY SOON.

Hon, if you can't take care of your pooch, try contacting an animal shelter so that you can surrender the dog to them so he can get the care he needs. I know you love your dog, so maybe you should do the right thing so he doesn't die.

It sounds like parvo. Has he been vaccinated for parvo? If not, please plead with your parents to take him to the vet as it is a matter of life and death for your dog. If parvo is not professionally treated immediately, the dog will die.