When trachea collapse is diagnosed at this early age, it might get worse as your baby ages. Don't use collars or anything around the neck. A biggie is DO NOT ACT CONCERNED AND GRAB YOUR BABY UP AND CUDDLE AND TALK ALL SAD. You know the voice we use when they hurt. It will only re-enforce the coughing. Be very matter of fact when you pick her up as you surely will. There is a method of breaking the collapse/spasm and if you will PM me I will try to tell you how to do it.. Remain totally matter-of-fact when you deal with this problem or you will get a baby who learns such actions/behaviors get attention and they will learn to use it..
Collapsing trachea is more common in toy breeds and even more common in Yorkies. The cricoid rings that should be round and more formed cartilege has become softer and oval in breeding the dogs to down-size the breed. Because of those characteristics a gasp or series of deep, rapid breaths will suck the trachea together and then the sound you hear is the result..It is scary but once we know what it is, we can learn to deal with it and not panic. Good Luck with your baby. Of course, I am not trying to be your vet so always check with her before trying ANY suggestions that I write... |