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maltese puppy sickness

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Question
hi there. i am currently in south korea as an esl teacher and just bought a two month old maltese male. i brought him home from the pet store yesterday, they had told me he has had two shots so far, of which the names i can't translate for you. He sleeps alot, which i assume to be normal,and drinks water, but doesn't seem to be eating, and has been getting sick quite a bit today. he poops, it has been solid except for the last one. his vomit is yellowish and spit-like consistency, if you will. i'll be taking him to see a vet, but can't make it to a bigger town until about two weeks. when he's up he walks around fine and appears bright eyed. i guess what i'd like your opinion or advice on until i can get him into a vet is if all this is normal? could it be a change in water (i give him boiled or bottled) or a new environment, etc? any tips on getting him to eat?

Answer
Hi Wendy.  I'm sorry it took so long to get back to you. My computer has been crashing for months...and I think it's on it's last leg...I can only get online when my computer feels like letting me!  Sorry for the delay...
I would definitely take him to a veterinarian ASAP.  Puppies are known to have intestinal parasites, and your puppy very well could be experiencing this.  Your veterinarian will be able to prescribe a simple pill that will rid any intestinal parasites.
Him not eating is a big deal.  Puppies need to eat very often...especially small puppies.  He should be eating at least 3 meals per day.  Try some beef baby food over his food, or some canned food.  These seem to stimulate appetites.  
I am unsure if you have Gatorade where you are.  Lemon/Lime Gatorade diluted in water will elevate the puppy's electrolytes, which is very important.
All in all, a vet visit is a must.  I wish I could be of more help and please let me know how he does!
Hilary