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Why is my new puppy not drinking water2007-11-25 2:56:29

I got my new yorkie puppy earlier today. So far she has ate but drank no water. I don't know what to do and am starting to worry. She is 7 weeks old.

Answers:

Being a tiny puppy, is it possible she is drinking and you haven't noticed? Some things to try: You can put water in a smaller or a different bowl for her. You could try moving the water bowl to an area that she is more comfortable in.

I have a dog that doesn't like to drink if the water bowl is on tiled floor. It's a quirk, but she doesn't like tiled floors and hates to go in the kitchen because of that. Since you just got her, she may be a bit stressed. That is not unusual.

When you give her food, you can add water and that will help her get started drinking. These are just some thoughts about it. Mostly it could be she is adjusting to being in a new home but part of being in a new setting is getting her first Vet check up to make sure you got a healthy puppy.

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she probobly should be dead by now

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She might need to be fed through a bottle or straw. Puppies can't lap too well...

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Hmmm that is weird, best bet is bring her to the vet:)

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she'll drink. 7 weeks is a little young to separate from mom. just keep an eye on her. happy training!

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she only likes beer?

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try using some spring water and not tap. Mine wont drink tap water.

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give it a few days. she has to get used to the new environment. and she'll realize she doesnt really want to go thirsty and will have no other choice.

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