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Originally Posted by Sookie

That's a shame, because hand feeding them is going to be a royal pain in the behind. You won't get much sleep either. It would be so much better if the mother could nurse them.

I personally don't know what risks to the babies are associated with the baytril. Can someone let me know, please!

This i what it says about the side effects of Baytril:

Baytril Side Effects in Dogs

Side effects when using Baytril are rare, but some animals do have an allergic reaction. It is recommended to have your dog thoroughly checked for allergies to quinolones or sulfonamides before administering Baytril.

Some non-allergenic side effects that may occur are:

* Ear irritation
* Acute inflammation of the ear canal
* Loss of appetite
* Vomiting
* Diarrhea
* Dizziness
* Lethargy

These side effects are likely not dangerous, but should be mentioned to your veterinarian. In the event of an allergic reaction, your dog may display other side effects, such as:

* Hearing loss
* Hives
* Difficulty breathing
* Swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat

If these occur it is important to stop giving your dog Baytril and to call your veterinarian immediately.
Other Considerations When Using Baytril

Baytril is not recommended for puppies under eight months of age due to the possibility of cartilage damage. It should also not be used on dogs that are nursing or pregnant, as there are no tests to establish the safety or efficacy of this drug on this group. Additionally, it has been recorded that Baytril may react with other drugs or prescriptions, particularly antacids or sucralfates, thus it is important to mention to your veterinarian any other prescriptions your dog may currently be taking. Using Baytril along with cyclosporine may result in kidney damage. Baytril should also not be given in conjunction with other vitamins or minerals.

Baytril is a highly effective prescription antibiotic that can be used both safely and efficiently to treat ear infections in dogs.

I think the vet put her on this because he suspected a uterus infection, probably from a retained placenta. Another thing that worries me is that it says not to give in conjunction with vitamins or minerals and the vet also gave Kara Hi-Vite vitamin drops to give to the momma. I don't think this vet is very competent. I pray momma and babies will be okay.