He's got giardia, a micro organism, and we have no idea where he got it from. Most dogs (and people) are usually infected from contaminated water, but he never drinks from puddles, etc. Another source of contamination is when dogs walk (or run) through feces that are infected with giardia and then lick their feet. I think this is the most likely way that Chester got it. He's got his allergy problem that causes a LOT of paw licking.

Poor kid. Hopefully his appetite will return today. Luckily, Michael is off work today and tomorrow, so I don't have to sit at work and worry about my baby.

The girls will be treated as a precaution to prevent re-infection, because dogs can be carriers, but show no symptoms. They'll be happy to get peanut butter twice a day!

Thank you for all your good thoughts! I love having a PT; a place where people get my deep love for my dogs. Since I lost my father, no one else (except my sweet boss, she tries) understands how important they are to me.