here's another cut and paste that may help...Also if a puppy sounds congested, and swinging and rubbing briskly do not do the trick, try a baby ear syringe. This is especially good for clearing throat and nasal passages. Make sure the bulb is deflated (pressed flat) before inserting gently into the back of the throat area. Release the bulb slowly to remove any fluid or mucus. Following the throat area, do the same action in the nostrils. While this has been useful, I still prefer swinging the puppy for clearing deep congestion. Though there is some controversy regarding the act of swinging, there is an art to it and I have never done any damage to a puppy by doing it carefully. The key is to holding the neck and head area firmly against the palm of the hand and swing down gently....but firmly |