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kjc · 01-06-2012, 06:49 AM

This is common in puppies under the age of 12 weeks old. As yours is only 8 weeks old, you will need to keep an eye on her for at least another month. This is one reason it is recommended that Yorkie pups are kept with their Mom and littermates until 12 weeks old.

I don't agree with giving honey, as it's not pasteurized and is not recommended for human infants in their first year. Pancake syrup in a pinch, if Nutrical is not available. Also be sure to feed some protein (puppy food is fine) after giving the syrup or Nutrical.

A puppy that young may not stop playing to eat, drink, or nap. You will have to be diligent and be sure that she takes naps, eats and drinks (meals X 4 at her age plus snacks) at intervals throughout the day. Do not let her play to exhaustion! Getting her on a feeding schedule will help.

IMHO: Sorry, but I am not impressed with your vet's response.... maybe a new vet that is more experienced with small dogs, esp Yorkies, would be a good thing....

01-06-2012, 06:49 AM	#10
kjc I♥PeekTinkySaph&Finny Donating Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Posts: 18,872	This is common in puppies under the age of 12 weeks old. As yours is only 8 weeks old, you will need to keep an eye on her for at least another month. This is one reason it is recommended that Yorkie pups are kept with their Mom and littermates until 12 weeks old. I don't agree with giving honey, as it's not pasteurized and is not recommended for human infants in their first year. Pancake syrup in a pinch, if Nutrical is not available. Also be sure to feed some protein (puppy food is fine) after giving the syrup or Nutrical. A puppy that young may not stop playing to eat, drink, or nap. You will have to be diligent and be sure that she takes naps, eats and drinks (meals X 4 at her age plus snacks) at intervals throughout the day. Do not let her play to exhaustion! Getting her on a feeding schedule will help. IMHO: Sorry, but I am not impressed with your vet's response.... maybe a new vet that is more experienced with small dogs, esp Yorkies, would be a good thing.... __________________ Kat Chloe Lizzy PeekABooTinkerbell SapphireInfinity Last edited by kjc; 01-06-2012 at 06:52 AM.