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Mardelin · 08-07-2010, 11:59 AM

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Originally Posted by gemy

Alright the breeder is very involved good. What does the KC say about letting pups go so young. 5wks old. Very young even in large breed dogs we don't place until 8wks old.

How much does she weigh?

Relax we will help you. Stay tuned I'm going to the KC site now. will look up some infor for you.

Call your vet today hopefully they are open, ask to speak to the vet, explain the situation he should know what standard practice is in the UK.

Will be back shortly

Ok! You're baby shouldn't even be weaned.

Here's what you need to do. Mix up Canned Goat's milk with equal parts of distilled water with a bit of Karo add a bit of Baby Rice Cereal to it to make it a bit thicker but still lap it. It should be given to the pup at room temperature. Give this to her at least 5 times a day.

Rhetts_mama · 08-07-2010, 12:00 PM

So sorry you didn't get what you bargained for. But you've got the advantage of being more prepared than most yorkie owners by virtue of all the research you've been doing before she came home. When we picked up Scarlett from the rescue, we were told she was 8 weeks- turns out she was probably closer to 6 and had no teeth! It was a scary first week without a doubt.

First off, how is she doing eating? I'm sure you already have nutrical available, but you might want to have the things ready to in case you need to resort to a forumla feeding. The breeders here recommended I mix equal parts canned goats milk and distilled water with a dollop of karo syrup in it. Scarlett also really liked baby rice cereal mixed with the formula until her teeth started coming in. If she won't drink the forumula, you may need to syringe feed her.

Keep play sessions short, no more than 10-15 minutes.

Keep her warm and out of drafts- they chill of quickly.

At 5 weeks, she still may need help peeing and pooing. A warm cloth to the bottom after feeding can help stimulate her to go.

Let me go see if I can find my thread with some of the other advice the breeders gave me. BRB.

Rhetts_mama · 08-07-2010, 12:02 PM

Oops- Mardelin was typing the same time I was. Listen to her. She's awesome!

Beamers Mom · 08-07-2010, 12:04 PM

If Poppy is having nice puppy dreams I would think she is doing OK

gemy · 08-07-2010, 12:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mardelin

Ok! You're baby shouldn't even be weaned.

Here's what you need to do. Mix up Canned Goat's milk with equal parts of distilled water with a bit of Karo add a bit of Baby Rice Cereal to it to make it a bit thicker but still lap it. It should be given to the pup at room temperature. Give this to her at least 5 times a day.

Thanks Mary so glad you got back online. It's a certain relief to me that the experienced breeders are here!

MyTrixie143 · 08-07-2010, 12:06 PM

Is there any action you can take against the breeder? Here it is illegal to sell a puppy under the age of 8 weeks old.

At 5 weeks old she can't eat solid food completely yet as her teeth are not developed. You can add some water to the kibble and let it set until it gets mushy and then mash it up for her. She should be able to eat this pretty good. Don't give her any milk unless it is a formula as it will mess up her digestive system and her bowels will get runny. You can add formula to her puppy mush as well.

Make sure she is eating every few hours. Make sure she stays warm. Make sure she is pottying regularly as well.
Do not give her nutrical unless you honestly believe she needs it. Giving nutrical on a daily basis can actually cause them to go into a sugar shock. It is only to be used when necessary. If she isn't eating then you can give it to her.
At this stage in her life she will sleep more than anything and she will tire quickly so keep her play time very short.

Do not let her around any other dogs and do not set her on grass or even the floor at the vet's office. At this age with no vaccinations she can easily catch something. 5 weeks is even too young to start vaccinations, they are started at 8 weeks old.

I'm sure she will be alright. Just make sure she is eating and potting regularly and is kept warm.

furbutt · 08-07-2010, 12:08 PM

Thank you, i have proper lactol milk which is for puppies who dont have a mother so i dunno if this would be ok instead of goats milk? she went for a wee before but has now gone back to sleep.... on me i wanna feel her breathing. she has a few teeth coming through at the back. i have nutri call what size dose do i give her? sorry about all the questions, thank u so much for ur help. xxxx

furbutt · 08-07-2010, 12:13 PM

yes she is having puppy dreams lol. i have gave her nothing but lactol milk and mashed up puppy food. i think i will ask the vet to come out to me on monday i dont want her going anywhere this young

ugh cant thank you all enough xx

gemy · 08-07-2010, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by furbutt

yes she is having puppy dreams lol. i have gave her nothing but lactol milk and mashed up puppy food. i think i will ask the vet to come out to me on monday i dont want her going anywhere this young

ugh cant thank you all enough xx

Alright translation for american terms Caro/Karo syrup is Corn Syrup. I would use maple syrup if you have some.

I've asked Beamers Mom who lived in England where you could get canned goats milk once shops open. Actually not sure if shops in England open on Sunday, but Monday should be okay.

Beamers Mom · 08-07-2010, 01:07 PM

Furbutt

try the Waitrose at Wentorth Park for the goats milk. I believe that is near you

Beamers Mom · 08-07-2010, 01:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gemy

Alright translation for american terms Caro/Karo syrup is Corn Syrup. I would use maple syrup if you have some.

I've asked Beamers Mom who lived in England where you could get canned goats milk once shops open. Actually not sure if shops in England open on Sunday, but Monday should be okay.

Furbutt
Don't ask for Karo in England - there it is a barley drink - coffee substitute LOL.

Closest may be Tate and Lyle's Golden Syrup.

furbutt · 08-07-2010, 01:15 PM

Ok thank you i shall go and get some tomorrow. I have just weighed Poppy and she is 1lb 3oz she didnt like me weighing her and did what i think was a growl lol it sounded cute. Shes back in her bed asleep now. I am so worried about her. She aint eaten or drank anything in 3 hours will she be ok? I keep trying to give her milk but she does not want any and keeps turning her head away? She is having alot of puppy dreams lol

Beamers Mom · 08-07-2010, 01:27 PM

Another thought on the Goats Milk - is the Hexham Farmers Market open tomorrow??? Maybe one of the farmers there has goats milk?

Karrie · 08-07-2010, 01:32 PM

Hugs to you and Poppy as you get through this. Best Wishes!!!

rik20101 · 08-07-2010, 01:39 PM

Poppy is lucky to have a mama like you to take care of her.

08-07-2010, 12:00 PM	#17
Rhetts_mama Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,959 Blog Entries: 1	So sorry you didn't get what you bargained for. But you've got the advantage of being more prepared than most yorkie owners by virtue of all the research you've been doing before she came home. When we picked up Scarlett from the rescue, we were told she was 8 weeks- turns out she was probably closer to 6 and had no teeth! It was a scary first week without a doubt. First off, how is she doing eating? I'm sure you already have nutrical available, but you might want to have the things ready to in case you need to resort to a forumla feeding. The breeders here recommended I mix equal parts canned goats milk and distilled water with a dollop of karo syrup in it. Scarlett also really liked baby rice cereal mixed with the formula until her teeth started coming in. If she won't drink the forumula, you may need to syringe feed her. Keep play sessions short, no more than 10-15 minutes. Keep her warm and out of drafts- they chill of quickly. At 5 weeks, she still may need help peeing and pooing. A warm cloth to the bottom after feeding can help stimulate her to go. Let me go see if I can find my thread with some of the other advice the breeders gave me. BRB. __________________ Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny.

08-07-2010, 12:02 PM	#18
Rhetts_mama Donating YT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 5,959 Blog Entries: 1	Oops- Mardelin was typing the same time I was. Listen to her. She's awesome! __________________ Don't get your knickers in a knot. Nothing is solved and it just makes you walk funny.

08-07-2010, 12:04 PM	#19
Beamers Mom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Palm Bay, Fl, USA Posts: 5,957	If Poppy is having nice puppy dreams I would think she is doing OK __________________ Help control the pet population. Have your pet spayed or neutered. - Bob Barker

08-07-2010, 12:06 PM	#21
MyTrixie143 Mom to 6 Beautiful Furkids Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 5,409	Is there any action you can take against the breeder? Here it is illegal to sell a puppy under the age of 8 weeks old. At 5 weeks old she can't eat solid food completely yet as her teeth are not developed. You can add some water to the kibble and let it set until it gets mushy and then mash it up for her. She should be able to eat this pretty good. Don't give her any milk unless it is a formula as it will mess up her digestive system and her bowels will get runny. You can add formula to her puppy mush as well. Make sure she is eating every few hours. Make sure she stays warm. Make sure she is pottying regularly as well. Do not give her nutrical unless you honestly believe she needs it. Giving nutrical on a daily basis can actually cause them to go into a sugar shock. It is only to be used when necessary. If she isn't eating then you can give it to her. At this stage in her life she will sleep more than anything and she will tire quickly so keep her play time very short. Do not let her around any other dogs and do not set her on grass or even the floor at the vet's office. At this age with no vaccinations she can easily catch something. 5 weeks is even too young to start vaccinations, they are started at 8 weeks old. I'm sure she will be alright. Just make sure she is eating and potting regularly and is kept warm. __________________ A dog is a furry person! http://www.dogster.com/?300866 Tracey and the gang DestinyHarmonyScamperGracieLillieKiwi Hershey Peppi Last edited by MyTrixie143; 08-07-2010 at 12:07 PM.

08-07-2010, 12:08 PM	#22
furbutt My Princess Poppy Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: England Posts: 802	Thank you, i have proper lactol milk which is for puppies who dont have a mother so i dunno if this would be ok instead of goats milk? she went for a wee before but has now gone back to sleep.... on me i wanna feel her breathing. she has a few teeth coming through at the back. i have nutri call what size dose do i give her? sorry about all the questions, thank u so much for ur help. xxxx __________________ Natasha & Poppy Yorkietalk guardian angels saved my little girl

08-07-2010, 12:13 PM	#23
furbutt My Princess Poppy Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: England Posts: 802	yes she is having puppy dreams lol. i have gave her nothing but lactol milk and mashed up puppy food. i think i will ask the vet to come out to me on monday i dont want her going anywhere this young ugh cant thank you all enough xx __________________ Natasha & Poppy Yorkietalk guardian angels saved my little girl

08-07-2010, 01:07 PM	#25
Beamers Mom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Palm Bay, Fl, USA Posts: 5,957	Furbutt try the Waitrose at Wentorth Park for the goats milk. I believe that is near you __________________ Help control the pet population. Have your pet spayed or neutered. - Bob Barker

08-07-2010, 01:15 PM	#27
furbutt My Princess Poppy Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: England Posts: 802	Ok thank you i shall go and get some tomorrow. I have just weighed Poppy and she is 1lb 3oz she didnt like me weighing her and did what i think was a growl lol it sounded cute. Shes back in her bed asleep now. I am so worried about her. She aint eaten or drank anything in 3 hours will she be ok? I keep trying to give her milk but she does not want any and keeps turning her head away? She is having alot of puppy dreams lol __________________ Natasha & Poppy Yorkietalk guardian angels saved my little girl

08-07-2010, 01:27 PM	#28
Beamers Mom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Palm Bay, Fl, USA Posts: 5,957	Another thought on the Goats Milk - is the Hexham Farmers Market open tomorrow??? Maybe one of the farmers there has goats milk? __________________ Help control the pet population. Have your pet spayed or neutered. - Bob Barker

08-07-2010, 01:32 PM	#29
Karrie Donating YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Missouri Posts: 903	Hugs to you and Poppy as you get through this. Best Wishes!!! __________________ This is Bailey's world and we just live in it!

08-07-2010, 01:39 PM	#30
rik20101 YT Addict Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 395	Poppy is lucky to have a mama like you to take care of her. __________________ Rikki ~ Mommy to two amazing (human) children ~Lucy the great Dane ~ Piper the Maltese/Yorkie mix 3/19/10-6/28/11 gone too soon