[tjtag]

Hello all,

I have just fell in love, this little puppy was left at the door of our small country store, he weighs in at 1 lb, I estimate his age at around 4 weeks "I'm no professional" just my best guess. I have only had him two days, but he is now confortable and warm. He "The family has not decided on a name yet" is very engertic when awake, he bites almost everything, but knows when he is bitting me and its a very soft bite or chew "Maybe teething".

I do not yet know much abiut him, he loves to always be close to me, and likes sleeping in my lap, face down or on his back

I will post more, and better pictures when I get a chance...I need some help trying to identify his breed if possible, its only curosity. In the picture it may not be obvious, but he has small patches of brown on his front legs, and on both his cheeks..and a small white line on his chest. all guesses are welcome.

[Lara's mom]

Hello and welcome to the forum. Unfortunately, your picture is too dark to get a clear look at the puppy so I can't even begin to guess the breed.

A four week old puppy is way too young to be away from its mother. I would suggest that you consult a vet to get some ideas of how to raise a pup that young. Also, at that age worms are a strong possibility and you want to clear up any parasites as soon as possible.

Best of luck with your new baby!!!

[CorkyMax]

Hi! Hope you like it here! The picture does not show enough and your puppy is too young to make a good guess right now.

I agree with what Lara's Mom has told you. I looked up some info on the 'net' about what to do to make sure your puppy is socialized,etc. so it becomes a well adjusted dog. These things are important! Here is the link for you to click on and bring it up to see: Dog Owner's Guide: How to socialize your puppy

NOTE: May be back in a minute or so with some more links.
http://www.perfectpaws.com/soc.html

http://www.personalizeddogtraining.c...separation.htm

Now I am going to go find (search) a schedule for vaccinations as your puppy is way too young to have them right now---He is protected from diseases by the mother right now and would be useless to vaccinate now as they would not take until the mother's 'protection' is gone, Besides these vaccinations are prob. going to be too hard on such a little pup! Lol, I just can't find the proper way to explain this but when I find a link on this , you will know what I am trying to say here! (be back as soon as I find something--Keep checking this post until I find it!)
http://www.organic-pet-digest.com/do...-schedule.html

[CorkyMax]

This info is just about the Rabies vaccination:When Do You Have to Vaccinate?
Most localities require vaccination every three years even though studies in France and blood antibody tests in this country show that the rabies vaccine's immunity lasts for seven years. Worse yet, whether because of habit, ignorance or greed, some localities require annual vaccination--although the "three year" shot is guaranteed by manufacturers to give immunity for three years.

The one-year shot is NOT safer than the three-year shot, and has to be given more often, making it potentially more dangerous.

Puppies are generally required to get their first shot around four months, then again one year later and thereafter as required by local law. Check with your vet or Animal Control for details.


Read my new blog post on ELIMINATING UNNECESSARY SHOTS.When Should You NOT Vaccinate?
Informed veterinarians generally recommend that you should NOT vaccinate:


Puppies younger than 4 months

A pet that has reacted adversely to vaccination in the past

A sick pet, especially a dog with cancer or an autoimmune disease (read this important article on the dangers of vaccinating unhealthy pets)

Before, during or after surgery, chemotherapy or other major medical procedure

Within 3-4 weeks of other shots

[CorkyMax]

[B][COLOR="Green"]After rabies vaccination, your dog may experience fever, malaise or even life-threatening anaphylactic shock.[COLOR="green"] Corky/Max (me) talking here in red.You must get your dog to the vet immediately if the life threatening anaphylactic shock occurs! Some dogs have died before owners got back to the vet even though they rushed! The dog will need a shot to counteract what is happening--at once! I, myself , will not leave the vet's office for a good length of time--an hour maybe just in case this immediate emergency arises! This reaction --if it was going to happen--usually will happen after the 2nd shot--according to my vet but you never know --It could happen after any of them. I figure it is best to play it safe and expect it could happen after any of the Rabies shots!Non-immediate reactions days or even months after vaccination (called "vaccinosis") include, but aren't limited to:



Aggression or destructive behavior

Separation anxiety

Obsessive compulsive behaviors (like chasing tails or licking paws)

Seizures and epilepsy

Autoimmune diseases

Allergies

Skin problems

Digestive disorders

Muscle weakness

Pica (eating inappropriate materials)

Fibrocarcinomas at the injection site (particularly in cats-see below--but also in dogs)

Inexplicably, few vets warn about these possible adverse effects -- or even admit to the possibility even after they occur. If your pet experiences any of these reactions, REPORT THEM TO YOUR VET.

[CorkyMax]

NOTE: None of this is my words. It is what I copied and pasted here from a site!
What Can You Do to Protect Your Pet?
If your dog is at high risk for contracting rabies, know that the only way to guarantee immunity to the rabies virus is with a simple blood test called an antibody titer (pronounced Tight er). Ask your vet about it.

Never give the rabies vaccine with other shots -- especially not with a combination shot (one that vaccinates against several diseases at once.) In fact, don't give combos at all. They are linked to serious adverse reactions. This is even more important for small dogs whose bodies can't withstand multiple shots at once.

***If your pet has documented health problems and a low likelihood of contracting rabies, ask your vet to apply for a rabies vaccination extension or exemption. A rabies titer test showing immunity may help your cause. Expect to pay license fees, and to reapply in the next licensing period. If your vet won't do it, consult another vet.

If you have to vaccinate, consult a vet trained in homeopathy. There's a homeopathic "remedy" that can be given with the shot to lessen the chance of ill effects. Find a vet at Holistic Vet List. Or try Homeopathy Trained Vets.

***Report ALL reactions to vaccines to your vet; make sure the reactions are recorded in your pet's file. Have the vet sign the page showing reactions. Get a copy! Documentation will be necessary if you ever need to apply for an exemption. Also, years from now, you may forget the details.

If your dog has any adverse reaction to a shot, but your vet dismisses your concerns, take matters into your own hands. Contact a holistic vet. There are things that can be done to alleviate even long-standing problems. At least, check out the links on this page (below) and do a web search. Surely, others have experienced the same problem and may have solutions.

Kennels, groomers, trainers and doggy day care facilities may require proof of rabies, but more and more establishments accept titer testing. If they require vaccination more frequently than legally required, educate them or find another establishment. Their lack of knowledge is potentially hazardous to your pet's health.

Tell them that only a titer test guarantees immunity and, because canine rabies has been declared non-existent in the US, requiring rabies shots to protect dogs from each another is illogical!Are There Special Considerations When Traveling?


Check with your airline when flying within the Continental U.S. to see if your pet needs proof of rabies vaccination and/or a health certificate. When flying internationally, plan well ahead and check with your airline and visit Pet Travel for more information. If you're even thinking of shipping your pet in the belly of an aircraft, please read this article first.

NEVER vaccinate within a week of travel. Your animal may experience a life-threatening shot reaction and may die without immediate medical assistance.

Keep copies of your vaccination records and titer tests in your cars. Keep license tags on your dog's collar or harness. You don't want to have to revaccinate should you need to board your pet unexpectedly or should she bite someone.

Print a list of emergency vet clinics along your route at Pets911.

If you suspect your dog is suffering adverse reactions from a rabies shot, I suggest you consult a holistic (not a traditional) vet. If you treat symptoms without addressing the cause, your dog's health will surely decline. Holistic Vets, particularly those trained in homeopathy, should be able to treat the cause of the vaccinosis.


Another site:http://www.peteducation.com/article....2+2115&aid=962
How/Where to report a possible reaction to a Vaccine:

Adverse reactions to vaccines for animals should be reported to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Inspection Service, Center for Veterinary Biologics -- (800) 752-6255.

[CorkyMax]

Vaccinating Dogs: What Your Vet Hasn't Told You

[tjtag]

Thank you Lara's/Mom and Corky/Max for the nice words and welcome. My first order of business wil be to locate a Vet. I will like I said provide better pictures to help identify our mystery pup. After some research today, the markings on the puppy are very similiar to a rottweiler, but not as pronounced. Meaning the brown/tan patches I talked about, but it looks like it has been applied with a makeup brush, its very faint.

I wish I knew his age, it would help alot, but we were not lucky enough to choose when we met.

All the best ...

[Lara's mom]

When you take your puppy to the vet, he or she will be able to give you a pretty fair guess as to the age of your new arrival.

[tjtag]

Here are some new pics, for reference my watch diameter is 1.5 inches, one or two pretty decent pics here. I guess here is a normal pup, he is running pretty good, except sometimes his head gets to far in front of his legs and he falls, he is a riot to watch. We are working on the constant biting.

[Lara's mom]

Your puppy is gorgeous!!! I don't have a clue as to the breed though. It's hard to even make an educated guess when they're so young.

[CorkyMax]

Originally Posted by tjtag

Here are some new pics, for reference my watch diameter is 1.5 inches, one or two pretty decent pics here. I guess here is a normal pup, he is running pretty good, except sometimes his head gets to far in front of his legs and he falls, he is a riot to watch. We are working on the constant biting.

Very cute little guy! You need to have him interact with some other puppies to help with the biting problem I am thinking.