re: Any Vets on the OT?

Let him go. It is a tough call to make, but think about his happiness. He can't move or keep his eyes open. when he does I bet he looks at you like "Please, put me out of my misery". my wife and I have been through this a few times and it is never easy. But when a dog can't move you are doing him a disservice by keeping him around because it hurts to say goodbye. Sit with him through the process and be sure to say "Thank You for being such a wonderful part of our lives" before he is gone.
After you've had time to mourn, get another dog. It will do you wonders.

Remember All Dogs Go to Heaven.

Good Luck with whatever you decide on.

Did he maybe get into something such as antifreeze? Any vomiting?

did the vet diagnose it as cancer?

yes...it's certainly possible that the dog can take a turn for the worse in less than a week if it is cancer. remember, they can't tell you that they've been weak or sick by facial expressions or voice.

it's probable that he's been sick for a long time and it's finally at the end. always "love loosely" when it comes to dogs/pets. they will eventually break your heart.

How's the pup???

My last bump for an update from the OP. I hope all is well with his dog.

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Did y'all check for ticks?

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What did the vet say was wrong?? If it's something terminal don't let him suffer. But it could something easily reversible like a tick or something he ate. I think someone else mentioned a pinched nerve. There are many possible acute issues that would cause these symptoms. If your vet didn't give you an explanation, go to another vet.

I'm a few days behind here but my parents' dog had similar symptoms - lethargy, didn't move, etc. turns out he had eaten a dead frog or something outside and the vet said his blood was basically turning to jello. His symptoms came on in about a day or two but he was really small, like 8 lbs. Vet gave him some meds and kept him for a few days and he was fine in the end, so good luck with whatever it is.