Expert: Silva Mirovics - 3/25/2009

Question
Please help me... My dog is four months old and is mixed Labrador retriever breed (well, just the typical Philippine dog actually). He hasn't eaten anything in three days and wouldn't eat anything; Except that he only drinks water and occasionally vomits. I believe he's poisoned by a rotten meat from a decaying body of a cat in the garbage. (I just can't accept that he ate some of those.. >.< ) He's weakening.

And my mom wouldn't let me take him to a veterinarian clinic...

So, I humbly ask what could be some alternative medicine to cure him... I don't want him to die. =( Please help me...

Your advice and help would be greatly appreciated.

Answer
Hi Nadine
Firstly, I am not sure how old you are, but you need to take your dog to the vet clinic.  If he has been poisoned then he urgently needs to see a vet.  If he is not eating and is vomiting this is very serious indeed and he needs urgent medical attention.
If it is not poisoning then it could be that he desperately needs worming as a worm infestation in his gut could also bring about similar symptoms.
A dog that young needs good nutrition every day, just like a baby does, so that he can grow into a strong and healthy dog.  If he is not eating he must be looked at by a vet.
The vet will then be able to tell you what is wrong and give you the medication that your dog needs to get healthy again.
Basically, if we can't afford to take care of our pets, can't afford to buy them good quality natural foods and look after their health, then it is cruel to even consider pet ownership.  I say this with the utmost respect.
So, please go to the vet clinic urgently to save your pup's life.
Take care,
Silva.
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