I'm Worried About Katie

**RobiLee** · 12-11-2005, 11:05 AM

Katie has me really worried and a bit scared. She has been panting non stop for quite awhile now and about 20 or 30 minutes ago I noticed that she is also shaking or maybe I should say shivering like she is freezing or something. She will not leave my side at all. If I move she moves with me and I'm talking right against my leg with me. As I'm sitting here she is snuggled right against the chair. ohhhh, she is now standing up against me panting and shivering away. I don't think she can get comfortable. ohh, geesh, i just realized that Tori is curled up under the desk looking from me to Katie. I don't think she wants to leave Katie. Ok, I have to get dressed I'm still in my pajamas. I don't know if I'll have to take her to the vet or not. Is she sick? Did something scare her? I just don't know. I'll watch her for awhile and see how things go. Thanks for letting me voice my concerns.

**Alysser** · 12-11-2005, 11:07 AM

I am no dog sickness expert but maybe you should call the vet first instead of going. She sounds cold. I am really sorry I couldn't help more! Best of luck!

**.sarah** · 12-11-2005, 11:12 AM

^^ But if she was just cold she wouldn't be panting. I would take her to the vet, or at least call for some advice. They'll probably need to do a physical exam, though.

**dukedogsmom** · 12-11-2005, 11:20 AM

Oh dear. I hope it's nothing serious. I would at least call the vet. Sometimes Duke's back legs shake when he needs a good potty(bm). Please give her a hug from me and let us know what the vet says.

**finn's mom** · 12-11-2005, 11:23 AM

I would definitely call the vet, if not take her.

Poor girl, I hope it's nothing too serious.

**My Peanuts** · 12-11-2005, 11:24 AM

I would call the vet and tell them exactly what you told us. I don't mean to scare you, but sometimes panting means a dog is in pain. It wouldn’t hurt to give the vet a call.

I would also check her feet or her skin to see if she stepped on something or cut herself. Maybe she has something stuck in her foot or a cracked paw.

Prayers are on the way.

**elizabethann** · 12-11-2005, 11:51 AM

Fenway shakes when he's cold and also when he hears thunder and fireworks. Perhaps something scared her. I would call the vet just in case.

**cyber-sibes** · 12-11-2005, 11:59 AM

OH NO, poor Katie! Yes, I'd call the vets RIGHT NOW. This is very odd behavior for her, and if Tori seems worried too, there may be reason for concern. Prayers for dear sweet Katie & you on their way. pm me if you like. (((((((hugs))))))))