Meg, the first thing I think of when these babies act lethargic is HYPOGLYCEMIA!! So, haul out the white Karo, honey but my vet and experienced breeders prefer Nutrical or Nutristat. Just put some on your finger and see if he will lick it. IF NOT, squirt a dab UNDER his tongue and wait a few minutes and give more. If the blood sugar is not low, it still will not hurt your baby to have more sugar....same with human diabetics. If they need sugar and get none they will just go further down. If they have low levels then it will help and you will see results right away. In any case, you should talk with your vet for general info and to your breeder for info about the specific puppy. If Keeley does not perk up, don't wait and don't exercise him. Try to get the carbs in him before exercising. I have tube of NutriStat in every purse I own..LOL
Let us know hoy y'all are doing. Oh, BTW. Pale gums can mean shock, bleeding, or any number of other conditions. Check with your vet and they will show you how to check the gums. In humans, we check capillary refill in nail beds.. sorta the same thing, only different. |