macbryant54 Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 I need some help. I got my first Border Collie a couple of days ago, she is 3 months old. I brought her home and she is not moving around much. She is just sitting there and not eating much at all or drinking much water. I was wondering if someone could please give me some advise Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WoobiesMom Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 Where did you get her? Take her temp and call a vet. There's so many things that could be going on it's impossible to say, but that definitely seems to be unusual for a pup of that age. Don't want to alarm you, but that's the age my pup got parvo and almost died. If you got her from a breeder, maybe call them. If you got her from a pet store, run don't walk to the nearest vet! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebecca, Irena Farm Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 I agree. Babies that young are still very fragile and I'd be concerned. I routinely schedule an appointment for the vet for new pups and dogs I get here anyway. It's always nice to have bases touched with a vet, and they can catch anything like kennel cough, ear gook or creepy crawlies before I expose the rest of the gang to them. I hope it works out all right! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKB Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 I agree, vet immediately. A sedate three month old border collie is not a healthy dog. I hope she is okay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbryant54 Posted October 6, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 I need some help. I got my first Border Collie a couple of days ago, she is 3 months old. I brought her home and she is not moving around much. She is just sitting there and not eating much at all or drinking much water. I was wondering if someone could please give me some advise I got her from a breeder and she got her shots the day I got her, and i called her and she just thought she was scared and sad from being away from her mom and siblings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaggieDog Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 Vaccines can make them a bit lethargic - what vaccines did she get? You still might need to worry about illness though, especially if this was her first round of vaccines. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK dog doc Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 It's never a bad idea to get a vet check in the first 72 hours anyway (to be sure the pup is healthy and normal), and I'd go sooner if there appears to be a problem. I agree, too many possibilites to list, and not enough information to even make a good guess. I'd see your vet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKB Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 I wouldn't go with the breeder's input here. Get a second opinion as soon as you can. I would go now. This could be a small thing, in which case you get some peace of mind at the vets and work to make her feel more at home. But it could very well be parvo or any number of very bad things. A couple of days is a long time to be sleepy from shots or having separation anxiety, in my limited experience. I'd err on the side of caution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WoobiesMom Posted October 6, 2007 Report Share Posted October 6, 2007 ^^^ What she said! And with it being a weekend, it's better today while things are still open than tomorrow when it'll only be the uber-expensive ER vets available. Better safe than sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macbryant54 Posted October 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 ^^^ What she said! And with it being a weekend, it's better today while things are still open than tomorrow when it'll only be the uber-expensive ER vets available. Better safe than sorry. Hey thanks for all your help. I took Nova to the vet and everything checked out good. He said it was probaly just scared, but she has came around alot today, so i think everything will be ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudpups Posted October 7, 2007 Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 Glad to hear she checked out fine, and is starting to feel better. Now, how about some cute puppy photos for us to see:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruger's Dad Posted October 7, 2007 Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 Ruger was 3 months old when we brought him home. It took him 3 days to come out of his shell. When he did, the fun began. Have some patience, its a big scary world out there for the young pups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKB Posted October 7, 2007 Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 I'm so glad she's okay. Keep an eye on her though, puppies can dehydrate very quickly. I'm not trying to be scary- it's just that if her lack of interest in food and water persists for more than a day or so, I would call the vet back and see how to proceed. I'm not trying to second guess your vet, but I had a puppy go through parvo this summer, so I am still in paranoia mode. Did your vet do any tests on her? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shetlander Posted October 7, 2007 Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 I've had a couple of pups who seemed shell shocked the first couple of days. Glad to hear that she is doing better. Please keep us updated on how she progresses. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest WoobiesMom Posted October 7, 2007 Report Share Posted October 7, 2007 Phew! That's good! And welcome to the boards! I'm glad she's A-OK. Once she gets comfy and starts feeling her oats, you'll probably wish she was quiet and withdrawn again! LOL Have fun and post pics!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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