Here's some information on Dopram - I would probably try to get the puppy into a regular vet (many are open at least some part of Saturdays) and see if this might work for him. Tonight or tomorrow you are going to be looking at the ER vet again and that doesn't sound pleasant and you have had enough loss already. PM Kim feminivstr and ask if she thinks it will help - I think I remember past posts of her having some experience with the drug.
Breathing Problems in new-born puppies - If a puppy is born apparantely not breathing or with breathing difficulties Dopram V is invaluable. The puppy should be kepy warm, the mouth opened, the tongue gently pulled out and the airway checked to see that is it clear and not blocked with mucus. A few drops of Dopram V under the tongue (dose depending upon the breed) will often stimulate normal breathing within seconds. Dopram is not a supplement but a potent medicine similar to that used in premature baby units. |