Emergency-- pregnant yorkie rescue-- Please help
 

It makes me sad to even have to write this,

So my mom called me yesterday afternoon, asking me to come home right away, She said you wont belive what I just did,

So our next door neighbor had been going through some pretty hard times, They just told them a couple days ago that they had to leave their property, they lost their homes due to forclosure, I was devastated to hear that hey were thinking of leaving their 3 year old teacup yorkie in a nearby shelter because they had no idea where they were going to go, what makes this story even more sad is the fact that this little 3 year old yorkie has no top teeth and is pregnant! She has no problems eating (she's very chubby) other than the teeth problems she's very healthy, this is her first litter, what scares me is how in the world will she be able to care for these puppies is it even possible? I really dont want to take her to the shelter she is a very sweet dog... what can i do... please advise!!! I'm freaking out~ I know i should have thought about this a little better but I could't let them take her to the pound... Please no mean responses!

That is so sad. :( Surely there is a reputable rescue in the area that can help? Or perhaps it isn't too late to spay her and find her a pet home?

You could keep her let her have the pups then when the pups are weaned find them all pet homes or im sure a rescue would take her. If she is a smaller yorkie she needs to be under a vets care to make sure she can deliver her pups safely

I think it might be a little too late for a spay I did think about it, But I think she might be due pretty soon, she looks fat the guy said she was like 4 weeks, these people didn't even know she was in heat...

Do you or the people who had her know what she bred with?? Most likely she will need a C section. I know you want what is best for her...did you take her to a vet yet to have her checked out? I hope someone with breeding experience will notice this post....

Wondering about this little girl...What breed was she bred with? How far along? Do you have experience birthing or access to a breeder? Are you planning on keeping her after the pups are born or finding a home for her? How about the pups? Lots to consider one of which is the knowledge and experience but also the cost...she may need a section or many things that can go wrong...bottle feeding tiny pups is very time consuming as is waiting for pups to be born, etc. Many things can go wrong with a birth... Not trying to push you but a spay may be a better choice for this little girl or to turn her over to a rescue that can afford the cost of csections or whatever may arise from a birth....They could also rehome the babies when they are 12 weeks... Just some options.
If you were close to me I would help you with her but I have no clue where Compton is. Maybe a rescue knows of a breeder that is trustworthy in your area.

If you take her in for an xray, your vet will be able to tell how far along she is, and how many and how big the pups are. This info will help you to make decisions of how to handle her care....

BTW what you did was a wonderful thing..you rescued a dog in need! So thank you!:thumbup:
Now it is the decisions you make from here on out for her that will determine her future.

So what did your mom just do? I'm missing something here.

Hope this little Yorkie isn't pg from a larger dog. Horrible. I hope the Vet. can tell if the pups are too large for her to have, otherwise he should do a C section.

With an xray, if only 2 large pups, you know to plan for a C-section. One breeder I know of drops her mommie dog at the hospital 2 days before the due date and has the vet do the delivery. That way, she's where she needs to be if she has a problem.
If they are smaller, she may have a normal delivery. X-rays are done normally anyway, you have to know how many pups should come out, if the count is wrong... she'll need to see the vet for assistance.

They can also run blood tests to access her general health, maybe a good preventative measure to take before she whelps.

Many breeders feed a high quality puppy kibble to the Moms for addition nutrition. With her being small, 3-5 small meals a day with healthy treats in between.

The new mom will start nesting behaviors before she whelps, so keep an eye on her... you'll know her time is near.

I'll see if I can find you some more help. Where is Compton?

I just got off the phone with her past owner, they say she was never around any other dogs the only other dog she has ever been around is another teacup yorkie, this dog belongs to their daughter but he is too young, only 7 months old. Could he have fathered her puppies, I know they used to take really good care of her, she was never on the street or anything they spent a lot of money one her before the economy got the way it did. they say they are 100% that the puppies were fathered by the teacup yorkie which is only 2.5 lbs my guess is that they probably bred them on purpose and never expected to be homeless. my boyfriend took her to the vet they say she's perfectly healthy and only shows 3 very small puppies, he said she might need a little assistance during birth but only if she has trouble cutting the cord and such. I'm soo relieved but please if you or anyone you know have any recomendations please let me know. I dont know how I always get into these things people always call me asking me to help rescue dogs, the only thing is I dont have that much money, I mean vet care is no problem my dads best friend is a vet and sometimes doesnt even charge me. But I need to buy other stuff also if anyone has blankets or anything their babies dont use anymore please let me know... BTW Compton is a city in Los angeles, I no longer live their i live closer to the LAX in Gardena!
thanks everyone.

Did the vet say how far along she is?

You need to read up: Stickies at the top of the Breeders section:
Breeder Talk - YorkieTalk.com Forums - Yorkshire Terrier Community

and check out some of the threads there to give you an idea of what to expect.

And the YT Library: Start at post#4: http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...-answered.html

And Breeders Section: Start with this: has list of supplies to have on hand (and take notes): http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/bre...irth-help.html

Yes... he could have fathered the litter

I posted a link to this thread there... so hopefully a breeder can help answer any questions.... if no one comes on after a while, PM me.

you are doing a very great thing taking in this darling....you will do fine...she is small but im sure she will be fine.....research all you can in the time you have left..........did i miss it....or maybe you forgot to tell us...but how far along is she?

here is a link to a site that is great!!
Canine Reproduction Video and Book on Breeding and Whelping dogs by Debbie Jensen for dog breeders and Whelping Supplies needed to deliver puppies.

You're in Compton CA right? You're local to me! If you think you're way over your head with this situation, and would like to place her with a reputable rescue, please PM me. She will be in the best care, that I can guarantee.

That's a generous offer to help her. At least now there are a couple of options.

I already contacted a foster mom, just in case. I'm going to try to find out if there are experienced whelpers in the rescue network. Again, this is just in case Talina decides she needs help. I just want to have options lined up for you in case you need them.

Thank you,
 

I really appreciate the help your offering, I would really love to keep her I am very undecided, I've known her since she was 2 months old, she would always come over to play with my little yorkies. shes such a great dog I just want whats best for her

She posted this earlier. I'm east and clueless!

Picture of Pixie...
 

Look how pretty she is... can you blame me for wanting to keep her!

I am way east and north. How big is this girl? If she is tiny then a planned csection is the best way if you plan on following through with the pregnancy. A vet in the pocket is great but what if she needs an emergency csection? Is he willing to be on call 24/7?How about losing her during the birth? Please read on this. If you financially cannot afford the care and delivery then how about the spay? They are around $100-$150 and if you have a vet that may do it for free?? That would save you lots of money and her the process of birth. So many things can go wrong with a birth especially from a tiny girl. I just feel bad for this poor girl....:(....

That's what scares me.
OP, I sent you a PM. Seriously, no pressure! I'm just offering you options.

Well my boyfriend talked it over with our vet, his clinic is actually open until 1 am, He is available 24/7 and so is his vet tech, they all know me very well and I have complete trust in him, as far as her being too small, I thought she was a teacup but it turns out she has a ver healthy weight of 4.1 lbs. The vet gave me peace of mind said she is very healthy and he doesnt think she will have any problems, He said to call him when I notice she's in labor He even goes to my house sometimes :-)

Me too! I have bred Yorkies for 11 years and prior to that Cockers. That girl looks too tiny in my opinion and I think safety for her is top priority. Why not just get her spayed now and have a beautiful pet?

Trust me I'm considering all options... will let u guys know what I decide, please dont hate me for trying to save these puppies, I really dont have the heart to spay especially knowing the puppies are that far along... is 4 lbs really that small?

I understand your wanting to do what you think is the right thing for this Momma and her puppies...but, are you really able to provide ALL that will be needed including the cost of a C-Section if she needs one? Will you & your BF be available 24/7 for the birth and care of a litter? If you answer no to either...please do what's right for this Momma and surrender to a reputable rescue group.

I am a foster mom for Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue and would be willing to help you. I'll pm you my phone number and email.

Best of luck!;)

I sent the OP a pm earlier suggesting YTNR. I am really concerned with this one. Someone needs to find some threads for her where problems occured....this is a scary thing and not for people with no experience.

I was in the EC one night and a gal came in with a yorkie that had a puppy stuck...it died. Then, when they told her how much the delivery and possible c section would cost, she refused. :( Heaven only knows what happened to that poor momma yorkie. I will never forget seeing her with that bewildered look on her face.

Yes 4 pounds is small. If you plan on having the puppies then I would have a planned C section then. Even that comes with risks but if they section her she can be spayed at the same time. Something your vet friend could do for free also.The pups will be delivered then they spay her and you bring pups and mom home. It will be difficult to get them to nurse and have mom accept them for the first 2-3 days but then it is better. And 3 pups for a 4 pound girl is alot also. Then you must watch for eclampsia which is not cheap for IV calcium, or you may have to bottle feed the pups and that is a every 2-3 hour demand so no working and lots of lost sleep. I just want to do read all you can here, weigh your and her options and chose the best one for HER. She deserves it.

I see where your vet makes house calls. I surely hope so.

Good luck.

Thank you LadyJane...I have reached out to the OP as well as others and let\'s hope she accepts such a generous offer of help!