Holy Hypoglycemia Episode!

[Deegan's mom]

Ok, so today strated like any other weekend day. I got up, fed Deegan (but he didn't eat much, all he wanted to do was play) then we got ready and went to visit my aunt, and then we were going to the mall.
Knowing that he didn't eat much I brought food with me, as I always do. We got to the mall, (he was in the purse carrier) walked around for about 15 minutes, then I noticed that he didn't seem as perky as he normally is. Even for being tired and in the carrier. I took him out and noticed his eyes were very glossy, he was weak and wobbling all over the place. Immediately I knew it must be a hypoglycemia epoisode. I ran to the closest food place and asked for a package of honey or syrup. They didn't have any, so I went to the next place, Burger King. I asked the girl for some syrup and she said they didn't have any.

Ok, at this point I am in a real panic because I have never experienced this before and I've heard that sometimes you only have a matter of minutes before they might slip into a coma.

And I know for a fact that they have syrup there because they serve french toast sticks, right! Right! So I said this to the girl, and she pretty much just told me that I had to buy something first. I know she doesn't understand why I need it, but she could obvisouly see from the panic stricken look on my face that I needed this badly. She's lucky I didn't hop over that counter and beat the crap out of her! But I had to order a bottled water (which I needed for Deegan anyway). I slammed down the money and went to give the syrup to Deegan.

Then I called the vet. The doctor told me that what I did was good, and that he should come around in about a 1/2 hour or so. So after I got off the phone with the vet, I jetted home which is about 20 minutes away from the mall. The whole time driving I am praying to god to let my baby get better and I am also trying not to let Deegan fall into a deep sleep because I forgot to ask the doctor if it was possible that he could slip into a coma.

Finally I get home and I give more corn syrup to him and water with a turkey baster (I know what you are thinking, but I don't have a baby dropper - but I am going to get one.) I had to use that because it was the easiest way to give him the suryp. So then an hour goes by and he's still not much better, and I am thinking that maybe I didn't give him enough. So I call the vet again, and they have to page him. The vet calls back and I let him know that Deegan still hasn't improved, he tells me to use a teaspoon of straight white sugar mixed with as little water as possible to make a thick paste or suyrp like consistancy. Try that and to call him back in about an hour to give him an update. I made the sugar and water and gave it to the furbaby, and 5 minutes later he was a bit more perkier, he would look up when I whislted and he even went to eat the fruit, and liver and cheerios that I had been trying to feed him earlier. So I took him out to pee and he did! He even trotted around a bit. So when we came back inside he still a little mellow, but much better than he had been. He was tired but the vet says that that's because he doesn't have any carbs to energize him and to keep trying to get him to eat. All in all I think that he'll be better by later tonight, and I am so grateful for the doctor being so understanding while I was practically in tears on the phone with him. And of course to god for answering my prayer to him in the car.

One thing I didn learn from this is that I am going to carry some syrup and sugar with me where ever I go with him. And go get some nutrical and to try and make him eat more before we leave the house.

Sorry this is so long, but I just wanted to get the whole story in. This was a very scary episode that I hope to avoid in the future. I hope someone learns from my story.

[red98vett]

JAYDE - VERY SMART thinking !! That is scary and at least you knew what was happening and took action - good for you - Hey ...if this helps ONE person - then you're a hero -

WAY to go - I'm so glad he's ok - Whew - scary stuff - they can go down fast when this happens... so your fast thinking prevented a world of hurt for both of you.

Feel better little Deegan and try not to scare your mommy like that anymore !!

[jackandjill]

Thank you for your story, I hope Deegan is OK now. I have been really luck with Jack not having this problem, but your story has told me what to do in case it ever happens.
Thank you againg.

[txshopper73]

Very quick responses. You saved his life! Good for you!!

[Yorkie_GirL]

Way to go!! i would have beat that girls too!! lol i know they do have syrup! i think it's a shame you have to buy something.. if you asked for a napkin would they charge for that too?

I'm glad your Deegan is okay now! I had that same problem with Oreo when I first got him, but i didn't know that dogs got Hypoglycemic!!! so i almost lost my little guy.. so from then on i have tons and tons of nutrical everysingle place i go.. in the car, in my purse LOL..

[Annadoodle]

Oh my goodness...
You were very smart and did a good job!

I'm so happy things went o.k...(fast thinking on your part...and you helped many here to read your post and will remember)
Let us know how Deegan is...sounds like back to normal now...gosh..scary huh?

[LvMyYorki]

Jayde- Buy a tube of Nutrical and keep it in your carrier. Even though Tino & Bunny are older and really not at risk anymore, I still keep a tube in their carrier and another tube in my glove compartment. You just never know if you are out and get stuck somewhere or your car could break down. I am sooo glad to hear that Deegan is feeling better. In order to get him to eat, I would boil some chicken and shred it and then mix it with his kibble to try to get some protein and carbs in his belly. You could also add some white rice to the mix too. The sugar/syrup mixture will only sustain him for a few hours, so make sure you keep watching him if you can't get him to eat! Good luck and keep up posted!

[red98vett]

I'm in awe over the lack of help at the fast food places - She had an emergency ..yet they made her BUY something ? All for a little syrup ? Man...I'd have tossed you a handful Jayde if I were behind the counter - it's such a shame even something like that can't be given out.

[SWEETPEA]

ITS AMAZING HOW PEOPLE CAN BE SO STUPID YOUR BABY COULD HAVE GONE INTO A COMA. IM GLAD HES DOING BETTER I WOULD OF HAD A PANIC ATTACK TOO IF IT WAS MY BABY. BUT YOU HANDLED IT GREAT

[LIL MIS' MAGIC]

You were very quick in your reaction and probably saved Deegan's life!!! You should be proud of yourself...I am so glad that Deegan is doing better....

[FireFish]

This is a very good lesson to all of us. Thanks for taking the time to post.

What is with people? Was there a manager on duty? I think a complaint should be lodged.

[luzangela428]

Originally Posted by red98vett

I'm in awe over the lack of help at the fast food places - She had an emergency ..yet they made her BUY something ? All for a little syrup ? Man...I'd have tossed you a handful Jayde if I were behind the counter - it's such a shame even something like that can't be given out.

Good job and quick thinking...when I was reading the title all I could think of was I hope everything is okay.. glad everything turned out okay!!! I can't believe that the girl at Burger King was hassling you over a 5 cent container of syrup...can you say TAKING THEIR JOB TOO SERIOUSLY????...God forbid something happened all becasue Burger King wouldn't give you syrup..I would of plastered it across the news everywhere

[SoCalyorkiLvr]

I am so gld Deegan is fine and you knew what to do!! Your story is a great reminder to all of us of the need to always be prepared. Even after puppyhood, the tiny yorkies are still at risk due to their size. If they miss just one meal they can have an attack. The nutrical in the carrier is a great idea!

[I Love My Baby]

I am so proud of you. You did great saving his life. My friend lost her baby today. She was 4 months old. Now I will be very careful about my baby's diet.

Gigi, Chloe's Mommy

[chewysmom]

Poor Deegan! I hope he is feeling OK. I agree with Tara, carry a tube of nutrical with you everytime you take them out. Every time i take pup on a journey, i give him a lick before we go and then drop the tube in my bag. Quick thinking with the syrup by the way.