Have never heard of the blood building tonic, but I guess you are thinking anemia because of the white tongue and gums. I know hypoglycemia can cause white gums, but I've never seen it progress to a white tongue.
The formula I use is:
1/2 cup of evap. milk
1/2 cup of boiled water
1 tsp. Karo
2 raw eggs
1Tblesp. plain yogurt
1 drop of pediatric multivitam (Visorbin)
To stimulate the pup to eat I place one drop of Karo and this usually gets them active enough to feed. I warm to 100 degrees and make sure the pup is over 94 degrees. I've never had much luck with those pet nurser bottles. I use Platex preemie or Playtex 0 -3 month nipples which have a flat button like shape. They seem to prefer these or I use a syringe. I usually feed 1 cc per oz of body weight every three hours, but with this one I would feed a small amount every hour around the clock. I feed with the pup in a resting position on his stomach so, hopefully, none goes in his lungs.
Vets can do a lot we can't do, but my experience has been the same as yours, unfortunately. Is his breathing still good? I know pneumonia is a risk with these little ones that don't nurse well.
I know you're going to be busy (and very tired), but post a quick update every time you get a minute. Thanks. I'll keep you all in my prayers. |