I went to look at a possible pet and ended up with an almost dead puppy!?

By Swivel Barstool On January 18, 2011 Under Stools Bathroom

Question by myson: I went to look at a possible pet and finished up with an nearly dead puppy!?
My husband and I were looking to adopt a pet that just needed a excellent home. We were looking for a puppy that would not be much more than a lap dog. We prepared by buying the things that a new puppy would need. Food, leash, toys, treats, dishes, everything. We even pre bought the vaccines ahead of time, and my aunt who is a dog rescuer would administer them for us. We did not plot on really adopting for at least another two weeks, when were going to draw on some investments to place away for the possibility of vet care down the road. I have not owned any animals since I was income with my parents. I thought we prepared accordingly.

We went to see a puppy that was in an add on the an Internet sight. The add said the puppy was for nephew but did not work out, and the people had huge dogs and were worried that they would hurt the pup. It also said dog is in need of shot now? (Why they did not get them I do not know). When the dog was brought out to us it was skin and bones. (all I thought was I need to get this dog out of here) It was still wet from its bath, and shivering. They did not tell us their name, and the puppy had no name. The puppy had no personal items such as a leash, collar, name, food, bowls, nothing!!! They handed him over and my husband and I looked at each other and the feeling was mutual. We assumed people would want to make sure the puppy was going to the excellent home they described in the add. My husband spotted dewormer meds on the counter. We have 3 small children, and sure enough after the dog ravenously ate, choked, and regurgitated his food his stool was covered in worm evidence. We were unaware of the worms until we looked all the info up, and found the descriptions of all the types of worms. The dogs doo has a grainy like white substance all through it, just loads and loads. He eats as if he is absolutely starving then has 2 bowel movements right after full no matter what that is. I do not see movement nor have I seen any full worms. I do not know what to look for though either. His coat and skin is really dry and is just flaking off. His coat is really, really dull and ragged. Gums are very pale. He just started to wag his tale, and he rarely plays at all. He does not wine, bark, yelp, nothing! His hind legs are not working very well, and I do not reckon that he can see properly. I do not know what type of wormer was used because all that was on my mind was get this small guy out of here. I called the humaine society and reported the incident because we heard two more dogs barking. I did not see the shape up of those dogs but was frightened for them. We cannot withdraw cash for in this area another week and a half. And at that we only were putting away in this area 500 and 50 each week following. Maybe I was not really understanding the cost in caring for a puppy, but I thought that to be plenty. I dont even know if this puppy will make it to next week. I reckon the apl would just place it to sleep, but I am not sure. I want to care for the dog, but do not even know where to start with nearly nothing until next week. My aunt said that even giving this poor guy shots right now might do more harm than excellent because his immune system is so terrible. I feel horrible, and I was perfectly unprepared for this. I do not care if I have to pay every week for the rest of my life if I know he’ll make it. From what I have found in talking to others is vets want the cash up front if you do not have an established relationship. I had to save it but did it do any excellent at all? I have been up all night trying to concoct a solution, any help would be greatly appreciated. I also know that a person should be prepared for the responsibility of any life, and I thought I had my t’s crossed and my i’s dotted. Nothing could have prepared me for this, and I know all in this area responsibility because I have 3 children. What are the options?
Thanks for all the help so far. I am going to call around all through habitual business hours and clarify the tale and see if what cash I do have will get him proper care. It is right that if I cannot afford him to get him the care he needs as long as nobody hurts him. I never knew this could be this hard. I did do the right thing by taking him atleast for the moment. I hope.
Thanks again to everyone giving me a crash course in puppy 101. I did report the incident to the humane society, gave the take up, and took pictures of the puppy just incase. To the person who said that I was less than smart for purchasing the puppy, it was free. Even if it weren’t I would have dog naped it or found a way to get it out. If you can see an animal in this shape up and turn your back on it, you really should not be a pet owner. That is my opinion. People make choices in life, if I had left the puppy how would I know that it would still be okay. This way I know he is excellent for now.

Best answer:

Answer by Lelani
Just take the baby to the vet.

He will not survive without immediate vet care.

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