Possible problem with newly adopted husky

• Possible problem with newly adopted husky Mike Davis Posted : 6/15/2006 1:44:35 AM After much research and preparation, I adopted a 3 year old siberian husky today from a fairly local animal rescue.  He seemed quite happy to be out of the rescue, and was doing just fine up until a bit ago.  Since he's been home here, he hasnt had much energy at all (just wants to lay around and sleep) and he has thrown up a number of times.  Initially, he was interested in water and small treats, but now he wont eat or drink at all. The rescue noted that he likely had "kennel cough" when we adopted him today, and provided us with two medications for which we were instructed to give to him twice a day.  He has a very "runny" nose - lots of mucus. He has pooped once since he has been home, and it looked pretty normal. Any input would be greatly apperciated! Best, Mike Davis LIKE 13 REPLIES 560 VIEWS LAST POST KENNEL_KEEPER Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• forpaws Posted : 6/15/2006 4:52:26 AM Hi Mike and welcome to the forum/   Congrats on your new addition too, however, I would take him to a vet to be seen since it does not sound to me like KC. And if it is the medication they gave you doesn't seem to be helping and may need something stronger.   Keep us posted on what the vet said. Please post pictures of your furkid since that is the price to pay here on this forum.. [] 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Firestorm Posted : 6/15/2006 7:23:39 AM I second what Forpaws stated.  Do you have paperwork on the dog...did he get all shots?  Also get him tested for heartworm.  Good Luck! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mike Davis Posted : 6/15/2006 8:24:52 AM hey guys - thanks for the welcomes and input.  Just some more info:  He is current on all of his shots, and tested neg for heartworm on 6/1/06.  I try and get him to the vet today per your recommendations.  I'll let you know how it goes. Best, Mike 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mike Davis Posted : 6/15/2006 9:25:15 AM Just an update:  I called the local vet and informed him of the symptoms.  He requested that we bring our boy in at 1.  Will let y'all know how it goes. Mike 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Firestorm Posted : 6/15/2006 9:29:33 AM I don't know if they asked you to or not, but it probably wouldn't be a bad idea to bring a stool sample. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• probe1957 Posted : 6/15/2006 9:59:20 AM I think it is a good idea to take a new dog in for a vet check anyway.  Good luck. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• loveukaykay Posted : 6/15/2006 10:12:29 AM Welcome!!  Glad your bringing him in, they need a check up from an outside source anyway, good luck! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Mike Davis Posted : 6/15/2006 6:52:25 PM We took Loki to the vet this afternoon, and he determined that he probably had some sort of infection.  He gave Loki an antibiotic shot and he's already acting much better.  I've got him eating rice, but he still wont touch his food.  Maybe he's just a fussy eater! Thanks everyone.  You guys are the best! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• glenmar Posted : 6/15/2006 7:08:18 PM I'm glad to hear that he's picking up.  HOWEVER, you want to nip picky eating in the bud.   I feed my shepherds Innova in the morning and either homecooked or raw at nite.  If by some chance someone doesn't eat, the bowl goes away and they do without until the next regular feeding time.  With MY dogs if that happens I keep a very close eye on them because mine will eat what they are given when they are given it and not eating is a sign that someone isn't feeling well.  Being willing to eat what I give them is important to me because quite often the first sign of illness IS not eating.  Plus, I'm not a short order cook and I'm not gonna cater to picky eaters, human or canine. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Firestorm Posted : 6/16/2006 9:38:17 AM ORIGINAL: glenmar Plus, I'm not a short order cook and I'm not gonna cater to picky eaters, human or canine.   I love that line Glenda,  I agree with you wholeheartedly on that. 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• glenmar Posted : 6/16/2006 10:42:25 AM When DH was a child, if he didn't like what MIL fixed for dinner she would GET UP FROM THE TABLE and make him something else.  Nothing on his plate could touch, she'd put ICE CREAM in his cream of wheat so he'd eat that, and if he went on a several month jag of refusing to eat any veggies, so be it.  And she wonders why he was a sickly child??  I wasn't trying to be mean, but I've just never bought into the philosophy that you have to do WHATEVER it takes to get them to eat...and he certainly learned FAST in my house.  Now the ONLY thing he won't touch is split pea soup!  Everything else he eats with gusto! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• Firestorm Posted : 6/16/2006 10:50:28 AM My DH will eat whatever is put in front of him.  My kids will eat most anything but I do know there are a few things they don't like and I don't make them eat those things at dinner, its usually a particular veggie they don't like.  Anyways I know to many people who cater to their kids and make a seperate meal for everyone!  I could see doing separate meal if someone has allergies or special diet otherwise, NO WAY! 0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• kennel_keeper Posted : 6/16/2006 9:14:00 PM What a handsome boy!!!!   Maybe, the infection in combination with all the excitement of finding a new home has just been to much for him. I am sure that within the next day or two, he'll be ruling the roost!   He is a very attractive Husky!   0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login