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[bookwh_ore]

Hi, I'm Kay, and I just adopted a chihuahua. Her name is Mina (my sister said she looked like a bat, which brought us to Dracula, and since we already have a Lucy, we had to have a Mina). She is so darn adorable. My boss has a chihuahua and I frankly cannot stand it. She's yappy and mean and she bites, so I never felt the desire to ever get one (

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[midnight_d]

She deffinitely should have started her vaccinations by now. I'm concerned that you can't afford to take her to the vet for shots, which would be probably $60... which isn't that much. If you can't afford that, what would happen if she were to be very sick (the green vomit also concerns me). Before owning a pet one should have a financial back-up in order to pay for things like the vet, especially in the case of an emergency. If you have a credit card that you can use, please call the vet and make an appointment to get her checked out ASAP. I'm assing you got her from someone who was just giving her away/selling her on the side of the road? If that is the case and she hasn't had any vaccines yet, I'd be VERY concerned about her health, and you should get her checked out ASAP.

Please ask as many questions as you can, and we will try to help you.

[bookwh_ore]

Ah, $60 I can do. I was thinking this would be in the hundreds, which was why I was planning on waiting. When I'm at the vet thurs. I'll have to make the appointment and find out what she needs, when, and how much.

Yes, it was a woman on the side of the road selling them. I was worried they'd be very sickly, or something was wrong that she wouldn't tell me, but...I'm willing to do whatever it takes to make her well (assuming anything is wrong). I don't like the idea of not choosing the dog because of her health, although of course it would be more practical. I'd want to make her as well as possible.

Hope I'm making sense! I'm not sure Im conveying my thoughts properly.

[midnight_d]

You have a vet appointment for her for Thursday? Good. They will be able to check her out and at least give her the first set of shots she should have had weeks ago.

For the future, please don't purchase dogs off the side of the road.

[bookwh_ore]

Definetly not trying to be rude, but I am of the mind set that when I see sad little puppies on the side of the road, I'm going to try to rescue them. If a puppy or dog (or cat or bird or anything for that matter) is sick, better for them to be with me, because I know I'll be taking care of them, then to be at a shelter or with someone else who isn't caring for them.

I probably sounded like a poor person who randomly got a dog and can't afford it. It isn't the case.

Thanks for your advice, I really appreciate it from an experianced owner.

[star_light_]

Im not trying to be rude but if you cannot afford the first vet visit how are you going to afford a dog? I only say this because ive known of people who have bought a dog even though they could not afford vet care, and then had their dog could seriously injured, with NO way to afford its care like they should of been able to do. Dogs are very expensive and since you got her from a backyard breeder, she can be at risk for more health problems then a dog from a reputable one. The shots are very important as is regular vet care. I would use a credit card and get in as soon as you can.

What color is she? The name is so cute! Welcome to the community you'll find it so useful!! very smart people here :)

[bookwh_ore]

Not rude at all, I agree. I normally would definetly be able to, I already have a dog and a cat (and birds, but they don't get vet trips as often) and they are in excellent health. At this moment I am going through a slightly difficult time finantially, which will be cleared up in several weeks (if not by the end of the month).

She's white with a light brown back. So cute. :)

[star_light_]

awww :) My two year old chi is white with a darkish brown back+spots everywhere lol. I hope to see pictures sooon :)

[lovehustle]

Welcome to the community! Excuse some of the ladies here, they are always a bit catty & rude -- but only mean well :) Cant wait to see pictures soon!

[bookwh_ore]

I've been warned, but I really appreciate it all. I'm learning a lot, and I want the best for my dog. :D thanks!

[rozae]

What rudeness?

[star_light_]

ehh if your refering to what I said I don't think I was being rude.

[rozae]

Welcome to the community!

I highly recommend checking out the book "Chihuahuas for Dummies." Don't let the title scare you away. ;] Many of the members here swear by it. It could be beneficial to take a trip to your local library and do a bit of reading on the breed, too. Couldn't hurt, anyway. :]

Do you have any idea what your new pup was eating before she went home with you? Suddenly changing a dog's diet can result in upset stomach. That could be the cause of the vomiting.

It is very important that little Mina begin her puppy shots. She's already behind many other puppies. =\ The vaccinations are very important. They will help protect her against things like parvovirus, which can kill a puppy.

Please keep in mind that dogs are a big financial responsibility. If you can, start putting away a little bit of money from each paycheck for future vet visits and emergencies. You never know, it could save Mina's life!

Good luck with your new pooch!

Getting ready for puppy

[rozae]

Now, because this was an impulse buy, you didn't get the chance to prepare in advance for a new puppy. It's never too late to become prepared, though