Why is my newborn puppy limp, dehydrated, not eating, diarrhea?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 lbs
My newborn puppy (around a week) is dehydrated, he refuses to eat and is limp. He has orangish diarreah, i tried feeding him through a syringe, and he threw up a couple minutes later. Is my puppy dying?
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Published on November 16th, 2017
It sounds like your puppy needs to be treated by a vet ASAP. He could have an infection or parasite and your vet can run some lab-work to help diagnose. He might also need some fluids to prevent dehydration.
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Published on August 3rd, 2019
There can be many causes for these symptoms in a puppy, including some bone growth disorders, nutritional deficiency, distemper virus, intestinal parasites, bacterial or viral infections, among others. A vet examination, x-rays, and/or blood work may be needed to make a diagnosis to be able to select the best treatment.
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My dog is limping, not eating and appears to be weak and really thin. He got an injection today morning. He is not eating bones too. Only 3 months. What could be the problem?
There can be many causes for these symptoms in a puppy, including some bone growth disorders, nutritional deficiency, distemper virus, intestinal parasites, bacterial or viral infections, among others. A vet examination, x-rays, and/or blood work may be needed to make a diagnosis to be able to select the best treatment.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My puppy had fleas and now not eating no food or water has diarrhea body is limp like a rag moves only inches at times whimpers when. Can’t stand anymore,
Hi there! Sorry to hear that Felicia is not feeling well. The clinical signs you describe are concerning when they occur in a puppy as they can be seen with serious gastrointestinal infections such as Parvovirus. Other possibilities include intestinal worms and dietary indiscretion, among other possibilities. The sooner these conditions are treated the better the outcome tends to be. For this reason, I recommend that you have Felicia evaluated by your veterinarian to check for these possibilities and to start therapy based on findings. I would proceed with an evaluation as soon as possible as I am afraid that she is getting weaker. At the very least they can address dehydration if present and start her on anti-diarrhea medications. Good luck! Keeping my fingers crossed for your girl!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My 2 month old puppy has had loose stool for three days. It has the consistency of pudding. He was drinking and eating with gusto. Today he is tired and clingy and hasn’t eaten or drank anything. Should I seek immediate help?
These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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my puupy i just got wass taken from mothere way to early and given cow milk he wont eat i have tryed goats milk and ihave tryed wet food dry food he throws up his water and diarreah please help who ever had him didnt do well
Have him examined by a veterinarian. Young pups can quickly develop dehydration which can complicate the underlying condition. Submit a stool sample to diagnose intestinal parasites. If he is younger than 4-5 weeks, try an appropriate puppy milk replacer such as Esbilac or PetLac. If he's older, a dry puppy food soaked in warm water or puppy milk replacer can be offered. By 8-10 weeks of age, he should be eating dry food.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My puppy has had diarrhea for 24 hours, is lethargic and is having trouble walking on her front paw
Hello, thank you for your question about Luna. I would recommend having Luna seen by your veterinarian as soon as possible. Diarrhea and lethargy can be signs of a serious infection, parvovirus, in young puppies. Additionally puppies can become dehydrated and have low body temperature very rapidly. Your veterinarian can examine Luna and discuss the need for diagnostics such as systemic bloodwork. Hope this helps, good luck!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Terrier min pin mix d.o.b 08/11/19 just brought her home 2 days ago yesterday head began swaying in circles only while sitting, diarrhea, not eating as much, vomited once, could be severe lethargy or just sleeping alot as puppies do previous owners s
Hi, and thanks for your question. These signs could be compatible with an inflammation infection of the gastrointestinal system and surrounding organs (like pancreas and liver). A clinical examination at your local veterinarian is immediately essential to confirm these clinical suspicions and treat appropriately. Antibiotics and possibly further investigations (like abdominal imaging as ultrasound or radiographs) may be needed. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. If this answer was helpful please let us know, this will be used to improve our service!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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I just sent this before. We have an 11 week old puppy, she has been eating pretty well up until today. She is eating very little here and there but she is also drinking water every chance she gets. Is this something I should be concerned about? She
Hi there! The clinical signs you describe are concerning when they occur in a puppy as they can be seen with serious gastrointestinal infections such as Parvovirus. Other possibilities include intestinal worms and dietary indiscretion, among other possibilities. The sooner these conditions are treated the better the outcome tends to be. For this reason, I recommend that you have Kira evaluated by a veterinarian to check for these possibilities and to start therapy based on findings. At the very least they can address dehydration if present and start her on anti-diarrhea medications. Good luck! Keeping my fingers crossed for your girl! I hope you find this information helpful!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Hello my name is ashley. My puppy is 3 months old an he is throwing up, he is not eatting, an he has diarrhea. There is no blood in his stool but when he throws up is liquid that we have been giving him an some times he dont even throw up anything ex
If a young puppy is vomiting and having diarrhea my biggest concern is parvovirus. This virus can be treated but takes fluids, antibiotics, nausea medication and sometimes pain medication to get them healthy again. It may be something less serious like intestinal parasites but since he's not eating it still needs to be treated. I would recommend taking him to your vet as soon as possible so they can do a fecal test to rule out intestinal parasites and a Parvo test to rule that out as well.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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I have a mini Pomeranian puppy that was born on April 30, 2021. This morning I went to the living room and it looks like he had very strange diarrhea, and he’s a little lethargic. From these photos, do I need to take him to a vet? Or is this just a p
It always concerns me when young puppies get lethargic. Puppies are more susceptible to the effects of dehydration and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) than adult dogs, so diarrhea is more serious for Wallace than it would be for an adult dog. If he's back to acting normally, eating, drinking, and doesn't have further diarrhea or vomiting, it's perfectly fine to continue monitoring him at home. However, if he remains lethargic, has more mucousy diarrhea, begins to vomit, or refuses to eat or drink normal amounts, then you should have him examined by his vet. Your vet will need to do a physical exam. Depending on their suspicions based on their exam findings, they may recommend some diagnostic testing or may opt to start him on some medications. Possible causes of this type of issue include stomach upset from a virus, intestinal parasites, among many other issues. If your vet finds that Wallace is dehydrated, they'll also be able to give him some fluids. I hope that he feels better soon!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My puppy is 7 weeks old and he stopped eating on Sunday night and started puking and having diarrhea. I’ve taken him to the vet twice and they just gave me antibiotics and something to calm his stomach and keep telling me to come back if it gets wors
That sounds serious. Little Bit needs further diagnostics. He need to have blood work checked for congenital abnormalities or signs of toxin exposure. He needs to have his feces examined for worms, Giardia and coccidia. He may also need an x-ray to look for signs of an intestinal obstruction. Something is causing the illness and it must be accurately determined in order to receive appropriate treatment. If your veterinarian cannot provide these diagnostics, I recommend to get a second opinion and get that done today. Best of luck.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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