Boy, I wish we had an rt.com bat phone  Of Course it is 4:30 pm just before a long weekend, on my way home from work & on an EXTREMELY busy rd, in a NOT SO GREAT part of town, ablock or so from the x-way (in downtown Louisville, KY) there is a poor little doggie scared, confused & at the middle of an incredibly busy intersection almost being hit, horns blaring from every angle...OMG he was so scared...ANYHOO  more of that story later -right now- most pressing...OF COURSE I put him in my car & took him home my 2 (doggie)girls are great hostesses...but it's supposed to storm this week-end, no one was open by 6 or so pm (paper, humane society, etc.)  I figure I'll keep him in one of the other dogs crates overnight...supervise the rest of time...they have their flea stuff on, but he is a stray, superskinny but has collar & flea collar...super sweet...already checked paper on line, nothing...what do I do?????  I've taken dogs in before, but they always look okay, from good areas(I don't mean to sound snobby on this-Please don't take it that way ) I just don't know anything, don't want to get my babies sick, etc, house infested w/fleas, etc...I may be losing my job soon, not sure (guy that hired me left abruptly not sure of future) I know I am "panick-typing" but any insight would be greatly appreciated!!!  Should I try to get in w/my vet if open on Saturday?  Ally just had a HUGE vet bill, bvut isn't it better safe than sorry??????

ALL HELP INSIGHT GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!!!!!

Julie

 My husband, Dean pulled multiple ticks off this dog & said he's "infested." & I saw several fleas...it could possibly storm right now...too late for getting flea stuff for a bath...he is so thinbut gentle, grateful & loving...Dean wants me to leave him outside tonight...Arghhh!!!!!!  He is tired, who knows, maybe sick.  I don't know what the right thing is...I look at my 2 girls & how healthy & robust they are--would NOT want to put them in jeopardy...but I JUST CAN"T see that poor thing sleeping under our slight overhang of a roof or under our deck if it storms...maybe take one of their cages & put it downstairs, keep him in it until I can take him to vet or get direction...OH< WHAT TO DO< WHAT TO DO>>>

Julie

Were oh where is animal planet when you need it most????????

I just called a 24 hr vet...they recommended keeping him in the garage...SO w/a heavy heart I have decided what is best for ALL involved:  I will take one of my dogs cages, put it in the garage (w/lots of fluffy towels) it won't be too hot, but at least he has shelter.."tomorrow is another day" (I'm thinkin' Katie Scarlett would appreciate that one) I'll probably have to have him checked out & go from there...THANKS SO MUCH FOR RESPONDING!!!!!

Julie

My sister-in-law was a breeder and for dogs too young to use flea meds (Advantix, etc), she would use Dawn (or one of the basic green dish soaps) and the fleas would fall off. Worst case is you have to re-treat the dogs with Frontline/Advantix (be sure it's the one that does ticks too). Getting rid of fleas is so much easier and faster than it used to be. The joy of rescuing a dog last a lifetime.

This is so cool. I used to live in Missouri where we had to treat our dogs every 30 days. We have lived in Washington for a year and haven't had to do it yet. It's awesome. Good luck with the dog. I think you did a GREAT thing.

I stayed up til about 1 - he was in back yard, then kept him in garage.  He was fine thru the night...but of course it's raining here today, so until I make sure he's not sick I'll probably have to keep him in the garage.  He had made himself right at home & loves our couch...Of course w/it being the 4th I don't know if our vet, animal control or any place like that will be open...will check this a.m.  I just wish it wasn't raining, I could keep him in the back yard no big deal  He is mostly tan w/ black on his back...He appears to be a beagle type mix, total beagle face. docked tail ..very soulful, sad eyes.  He maybe weighs 30-35 lbs or so but is WAY TOO THIN, all ribs showing etc...I am just hoping against hope he isn't neglected, just gone from his home a long timeHe ABSOLUTELY eats up affection.  (BTW Daisy and Ally have been fabulous hostesses, they LOVE company!!!)

 Just spoke to animal control...they can keep him 5 days, his chances are not the best...now I will wait til 9 to see if Feeders Supply Vet clinic is open to get help there...Have to vent...I truly am NOT in a position to have a 3rd dog but i WILL NOT be responsible for an animal being PTS!!!!!!!  We have nicknamed him SadHenry.  He is asleep on my couch b/c I am a spineless jellyfish & do not have the heart to put him in garage...he's been thru enough!!!!!

Hopefully I can find a place open today to check...Worst case scenerio I get him checked by a vet. contact humane society-paper is closed today.  I'm worried he might be sick & vet bill astronomical, but at this point I don't really have a choice...

Noodles n ME Thanks so much for sharing!!!  That is exactly why I don't have a choice. I know what you mean about feeling "haunted", it will all work itself out somehow. I actually don't mind at all he's a sweetheart, I'm just trying to do right by him, my other 2, my house, finances, etc.  Humane society & Animal care is closed today.  Tomorrow is another day.  I just took him to Feeders Supply & bthed him w/tick/flea killer...I have NEVER seen ticks that big...that's all I can do.  He will stay here.  If no one claims him he WILL NOT be pts...we will manage & try to find him a good home.   AM worried he might be sick, but will have to wait to tomorrow to get him checked...Thanks to all who are willing to read my frazzled ramblings...

Julie

You are awesome. That must have been so hard!!! There are a few stray dogs in my lifetime that I have come across and done nothing about and they do haunt you. Wow! I I had a million dollars...

Be careful, My son bought home a dog. I have 6 ratties, and babies. This dog was the sweetest,sweetest dog. Unfortunately, she brought with her parvo. I lost 2 puppies, that i nursed and cried for every day. I took the dog to the vet, and $300.00 later(not so bad to help a dog) found a home for her. It has been a few years, and I've delt with the parvo virus many more times. I've lost 1 more puppy and was at risk of loosing 1 more. It was very hard to go through. I had used bleach to clean. The vet had told me that sometimes that works, but it's a virus. Be careful. Your girls, being healthy and up to date on their shots, should do o.k. Good luck.  Good deeds don't go unpunished.      Sharon

That is what makes me most torn...my girls are UTD on everything, so hopefully all will be ok...they are separated most of time, don't eat/drink out of same bowls, etc, but I am well aware it is still a risk