[gemy]

First Welcome to Yorkie Talk. You are quite brave to take on a special needs puppy.


I am not sure if you already have researched the disease - but if not that would be a good starting place. Then if you have not taken her for a full blood work up and a vet health check I would do so very soon.


The skinniness might just be a function of lack of appropriate feeding schedules - or it could indicate an underlying health problem. Her movement pattern if I understand your detail correctly would be of some concern for me - and if it is unlikely to be evidenced when you take her to the vet - then I would try for a video of it before I go.


In terms of weight gain - go for a 5% increase in food volumne a week. Split the meals up to three feedings if you schedule allows for it. I would weigh her daily with her size a food scale is probably big enough to use. If your gal is doing well on the food you are feeding do not introduce changes just yet.


A dog is doing well on a food if their skin is healthy - the hair healthy - teeth - ears - and well eyes clear )which of course would be difficult to see due to her eye condition. Their stool is well formed etc.


In terms of the blindness - do you know if she is completely blind unable to see anything? Some folks with dogs with failing eyesight will use night lights all around. Because of her size I would if I have stairs in my place cordon off the stairs.


Stimulation? You can try toys that make some sounds when played with. You can use interactive toys that challenge her mind. You can use Find the Toy - and have your different toys scented. A smidgen of peanut butter - a small piece of chicken breast under the toy. Those are some ideas for you.


Good luck and let us know how it goes at the vets!