Guest Anonymous Posted August 24, 2003 Posted August 24, 2003 My boys brought home a large breed puppy (lab?) that is nothing but skin and bones. I have been giving it food in small amounts about every hour or so. every thing he eats goes right through him. he has been with us for about 4 days now and although a little more responsive he does not seem to be getting any healthier. I am open to any suggestions. OH by the way he does not seem to have worms. :cry: Quote
Guest Anonymous Posted August 24, 2003 Posted August 24, 2003 I ahave been feeding him iams puppy food in small amounts. I do plan on worming him but I thought it best to get a little meat on his bones first. As for the stool issue it is one big sloppy mess. Quote
Horsefeathers! Posted August 24, 2003 Posted August 24, 2003 Just my unprofessional opinion here, but I would think any kind of puppy food may be a bit too rich. I'm thinking that you may want to start this pup off on something really super easy to digest. About the best thing I've found for ill dogs who have upset tummies is bland boiled (boneless) chicken and rice. You could try offering that in small amounts to see if it helps just as a short term way to try to get something into this pooch. Whenever I've had to nurse an upset tummy, this seems to be the best thing that stays with them. That's only in reference to food to help with an upset tummy. Since we don't know what's causing it, I'd really suggest a vet visit and a fecal check. There are many things, some very serious, that can cause diarrhea and since it's been several days with little improvement, it's worth a look by a vet. Good luck. Quote
Horsefeathers! Posted August 24, 2003 Posted August 24, 2003 In other words, I reiterated what K said about the chicken and rice. That's what I get for not reading thoroughly. :-? Quote
Peng1zrule Posted August 25, 2003 Posted August 25, 2003 I would boil chicken, add it and the broth it makes to some cooked rice, and give that to him. Take him to the vet to see if he needs antibiotics, ...try and get him clean with a warm, damp rag. I think if he "feels" better he'll start to feel better...and let him sleep! put him in a bathroom or bedroom that's not being used, keep the lights off and water nearby, and put down a towel or blanket...some good rest may make alot of difference... Quote
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