My new puppy has a fever, is tired, and won't eat. What's wrong?

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I have never owned a puppy in my adult life so i am not sure what to do. This is day two of these symptoms Tired, fever 103.28 (im doing a cold compress), shivering, eating and drinking a very tiny bit, and has a dry nose. Is it a cold? Is it allergies? Is it an infection? Is it a bug bite? Please help we love him so much. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 13 days old | 11 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Poor Rascal sounds quite sick. It could be a severe respiratory infection, distemper, or a systemic illness. He needs to see a vet now. Please take him into an ER vet clinic; if there isn't one in your area, there will be a vet on call for emergencies. The information to reach that vet is found on a clinic's answering machine or website. Best of luck.

My new puppy has a fever, is tired, and won't eat. What's wrong?

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