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Bella dolce · 01-17-2012, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by carmen in nj

Besides everything that has been said, this puppy needs a good mush, go buy "GOATS MILK" you can find it in your supermarket or at walmart, a good can of WET PATE puppy food, and make a mix, put it in a small saucer and with your finget put some in her mouth, YOU are mama and your hand is her mama teaching her to eat and drink, if she still not eating it you need to scoop the mix with you finger and open her mouth and put it in her mouth make sure she is swallows it, you most do this at least 5 to 6 times a day, specially before bed, I will also add a ration of puppy nutracal so she can sleep the night. for water I will add a drop of Karo syrop to her water for now,she needs it to also keep her sugar levels up.
Hope this helps.
hugs,

Thank you for this info. We are hand feeding her the Hills A/D critical care food mixed with p-nut butter. she doesn't eat it or anything on her own so we force it into her cheek. Adding the karo syrup to water.

Taryn0405 · 01-17-2012, 06:19 PM

Do what ya gotta do, Momma.

TxVicki · 01-17-2012, 06:41 PM

Sending lot's of prayers out for your baby.

Yorkiedaze · 01-17-2012, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Bella dolce

Thank you for this info. We are hand feeding her the Hills A/D critical care food mixed with p-nut butter. she doesn't eat it or anything on her own so we force it into her cheek. Adding the karo syrup to water.

I'm not a fan of any kind of dog food, and if she were mine, I'd be giving her med. rare steak and cooked turkey. She needs to get her strength back as quickly as possible. Feed her small amounts every three hours, and don't let her go all night without eating either. She's much too sick and too young to go longer than three or four hours without food.
I will pray for your baby and I hope she makes it.

MacsMomma · 01-17-2012, 07:00 PM

I would really watch her because about a year and half ago I put Mac outside to potty and he was walking like he was drunk. i brought him inside and he started swaying back and forth then fell over and was limp i rushed him to the ER and the whole way there he laid on my lap limp, not moving and barely breathing. he ended up in the ER for 3 days because he was extremely dehydrated. they are so tiny so it doesnt take much to get them dehydrated. hope everything is fine :]

carmen in nj · 01-17-2012, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Bella dolce

Thank you for this info. We are hand feeding her the Hills A/D critical care food mixed with p-nut butter. she doesn't eat it or anything on her own so we force it into her cheek. Adding the karo syrup to water.

she is VERY young she still needs MILK, and the closest to mama's milk is goat's milk, you can mix the food the vet gave you with the milk, know VET's know best but Breeders know a thing or two also..

make it a paste and feed it to her with your finger...
hugs,
Carmen

Bella dolce · 01-17-2012, 07:34 PM

Hey guys- first my daughter and I want to thank you for the outpouring of love and support you've given us. I hadn't mentioned this but baby Bella Dolce was a 14th birthday gif t for my daughter, Gracie who is dealing with Depression. Bella has only been with us a short time but has brought so much joy to our lives already. Gracie will be posting here tomorrow. she sends her love and hugs.

Well, we got the baby home. She is still pooping green diarrhea, but with more mucus. Not eating, so force feeding her is a chore. She keeps her little lips locked so tightly- its amazing. That's the challenge- getting the food into her mouth. She won't drink water either so we use a syringe and pry her mouth open. Feedings seems to be so stressful to her. She tries to hide and avoid us once we've started to force feed her. Still not playful or responsive much at all right now. Vet prescribed Albon 2 x day. Carmen, I will pick up goats milk ASAP and a heating pad. We r using the snuggle puppy right now.

I'm feeling like she should sleep in her bed in my room since I will be waking to feed her every 3 hours. But the only thing is that since she has diarrhea and is not potty trained, she gets up and just trots off to poop. Should I put pee pads all over the carpet in my room or just let her sleep in the bathroom?
Needless to say, I am worried sick. I broke down crying at the vet today and I've been depressed most of the day. If only she would eat and drink. She has got to pull through. It is so painful to watch her feel this way. I do blame the breeder, but also my ignorance in not knowing Better. I wouldn't trade our baby bella and will do anything to save her. We need your continued prayers hugs sent to our sweet girl.

Hugs and thanks... xoxoxo!

Patti · 01-17-2012, 08:51 PM

Praying Bella gets better soon.

MY OSCAR · 01-18-2012, 02:43 AM

my prayers are with you....

Harrysmum · 01-18-2012, 03:32 AM

I'm feeling like she should sleep in her bed in my room since I will be waking to feed her every 3 hours. But the only thing is that since she has diarrhea and is not potty trained, she gets up and just trots off to poop. Should I put pee pads all over the carpet in my room or just let her sleep in the bathroom?
Needless to say, I am worried sick. I broke down crying at the vet today and I've been depressed most of the day. If only she would eat and drink. She has got to pull through. It is so painful to watch her feel this way. I do blame the breeder, but also my ignorance in not knowing Better. I wouldn't trade our baby bella and will do anything to save her. We need your continued prayers hugs sent to our sweet girl.

Hugs and thanks... xoxoxo![/QUOTE]

Good morning! Prayers and hugs to you all from our home...

Firstly, none of this is your fault - how on earth were you to know? You are doing everything within your power to make things better, and God bless you for that. Of course you're weepy - you're worried out of your mind, probably exhausted - and wondering what the heck's going to happen next

I personally would have her sleep in my bedroom. But of course you have to be practical! I would put her bed into either a crate or an x-pen. I would line the rest of the crate with newspaper and pee pads and place all that in my bedroom. I think it will be far more comforting - for both of you - to be within sight/sound of one another. You'll probably sleep better too, knowing that she's within touching distance

Good luck, and hugs from Harry + I x

Taryn0405 · 01-18-2012, 06:13 AM

Hun don't be depressed. It would have been a different story is you hadn't been such a good Momma and not rushed her to the vet, but you did. And now you're taking every step to make this little one better. Like Carmen said, get the goats milk and water it down 50/50. I have a feeling that'll be very inticing to the little one. Today is a new day and every day that you help her, she'll get stronger.
Prayers that she gets better, and prayers for your healing as well. If you need to cry, cry. Sometimes just holding your pup in your arms and softly crying is the best medicine for sad soul.

*hugs*

Roccosmommy · 01-18-2012, 06:23 AM

You are doing a great job, and doing everything in your power to nurse her back to strength...and now we all just wait, until our prayers kick in. I agree with the goat's milk, sleeping in your room in an x-pen (or gated area), and frequent feedings. Maybe with the goat's milk you could get a nursing bottle (vs. a syringe), and her sucking instinct will take over? Also, to keep her warm and relaxed (and assuming you are home during the day) could you look into some sort of carrier to strap her to your chest, like a baby carrier? This would allow for warmth, security, bonding, and you being able to watch her like a hawk.

Praying hard for baby Bella's recovery.

BLowry · 01-18-2012, 06:37 AM

sorry to hear of your little Bella. Sounds like you are doing a everything you can for her....I'm sure it's alot of work but will be rewarding in the end.

Have you spoken with the breeder you bought her from? Maybe she will take her back until she is older...

Harrysmum · 01-18-2012, 06:39 AM

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Originally Posted by BLowry

sorry to hear of your little Bella. Sounds like you are doing a everything you can for her....I'm sure it's alot of work but will be rewarding in the end.

Have you spoken with the breeder you bought her from? Maybe she will take her back until she is older...

But would you trust the breeder with little Bella?

BLowry · 01-18-2012, 07:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Harrysmum

But would you trust the breeder with little Bella?

I suppose not if she let her go at 4 weeks. but I would at least call her and let her know what's going on...My breeder....in a heart beat she would take her back...but,,,she NEVER would have let her go that early...the law says no puppies sold before 8 weeks...not sure if that is where you live but it is here in mass

01-17-2012, 06:19 PM	#32
Taryn0405 Owned by a Gremlin Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: The Mitten State! Posts: 3,706	Do what ya gotta do, Momma. __________________ Taryn Momma to Gizmo AKA Monkeyman My husband, daughter, son, and dog make me who I am "My goal in life is to be as good of a person my dog already thinks I am."

01-17-2012, 06:41 PM	#33
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01-17-2012, 08:51 PM	#38
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01-18-2012, 06:13 AM	#41
Taryn0405 Owned by a Gremlin Donating Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: The Mitten State! Posts: 3,706	Hun don't be depressed. It would have been a different story is you hadn't been such a good Momma and not rushed her to the vet, but you did. And now you're taking every step to make this little one better. Like Carmen said, get the goats milk and water it down 50/50. I have a feeling that'll be very inticing to the little one. Today is a new day and every day that you help her, she'll get stronger. Prayers that she gets better, and prayers for your healing as well. If you need to cry, cry. Sometimes just holding your pup in your arms and softly crying is the best medicine for sad soul. hugs __________________ Taryn Momma to Gizmo AKA Monkeyman My husband, daughter, son, and dog make me who I am "My goal in life is to be as good of a person my dog already thinks I am."

01-18-2012, 06:23 AM	#42
Roccosmommy Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,293	You are doing a great job, and doing everything in your power to nurse her back to strength...and now we all just wait, until our prayers kick in. I agree with the goat's milk, sleeping in your room in an x-pen (or gated area), and frequent feedings. Maybe with the goat's milk you could get a nursing bottle (vs. a syringe), and her sucking instinct will take over? Also, to keep her warm and relaxed (and assuming you are home during the day) could you look into some sort of carrier to strap her to your chest, like a baby carrier? This would allow for warmth, security, bonding, and you being able to watch her like a hawk. Praying hard for baby Bella's recovery. __________________ "The little furry buggers are just deep, deep wells you throw all your emotions into." ~ Bruce Schimmel

01-17-2012, 07:00 PM	#35
MacsMomma YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Staunton, il usa Posts: 8	I would really watch her because about a year and half ago I put Mac outside to potty and he was walking like he was drunk. i brought him inside and he started swaying back and forth then fell over and was limp i rushed him to the ER and the whole way there he laid on my lap limp, not moving and barely breathing. he ended up in the ER for 3 days because he was extremely dehydrated. they are so tiny so it doesnt take much to get them dehydrated. hope everything is fine :]

01-17-2012, 07:34 PM	#37
Bella dolce Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Lawrenceville, ga USA Posts: 21	Hey guys- first my daughter and I want to thank you for the outpouring of love and support you've given us. I hadn't mentioned this but baby Bella Dolce was a 14th birthday gif t for my daughter, Gracie who is dealing with Depression. Bella has only been with us a short time but has brought so much joy to our lives already. Gracie will be posting here tomorrow. she sends her love and hugs. Well, we got the baby home. She is still pooping green diarrhea, but with more mucus. Not eating, so force feeding her is a chore. She keeps her little lips locked so tightly- its amazing. That's the challenge- getting the food into her mouth. She won't drink water either so we use a syringe and pry her mouth open. Feedings seems to be so stressful to her. She tries to hide and avoid us once we've started to force feed her. Still not playful or responsive much at all right now. Vet prescribed Albon 2 x day. Carmen, I will pick up goats milk ASAP and a heating pad. We r using the snuggle puppy right now. I'm feeling like she should sleep in her bed in my room since I will be waking to feed her every 3 hours. But the only thing is that since she has diarrhea and is not potty trained, she gets up and just trots off to poop. Should I put pee pads all over the carpet in my room or just let her sleep in the bathroom? Needless to say, I am worried sick. I broke down crying at the vet today and I've been depressed most of the day. If only she would eat and drink. She has got to pull through. It is so painful to watch her feel this way. I do blame the breeder, but also my ignorance in not knowing Better. I wouldn't trade our baby bella and will do anything to save her. We need your continued prayers hugs sent to our sweet girl. Hugs and thanks... xoxoxo!

01-18-2012, 02:43 AM	#39
MY OSCAR YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: USA Posts: 4,514	my prayers are with you....

01-18-2012, 03:32 AM	#40
Harrysmum Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Chessington, Surrey, UK Posts: 5,062	I'm feeling like she should sleep in her bed in my room since I will be waking to feed her every 3 hours. But the only thing is that since she has diarrhea and is not potty trained, she gets up and just trots off to poop. Should I put pee pads all over the carpet in my room or just let her sleep in the bathroom? Needless to say, I am worried sick. I broke down crying at the vet today and I've been depressed most of the day. If only she would eat and drink. She has got to pull through. It is so painful to watch her feel this way. I do blame the breeder, but also my ignorance in not knowing Better. I wouldn't trade our baby bella and will do anything to save her. We need your continued prayers hugs sent to our sweet girl. Hugs and thanks... xoxoxo![/QUOTE] Good morning! Prayers and hugs to you all from our home... Firstly, none of this is your fault - how on earth were you to know? You are doing everything within your power to make things better, and God bless you for that. Of course you're weepy - you're worried out of your mind, probably exhausted - and wondering what the heck's going to happen next I personally would have her sleep in my bedroom. But of course you have to be practical! I would put her bed into either a crate or an x-pen. I would line the rest of the crate with newspaper and pee pads and place all that in my bedroom. I think it will be far more comforting - for both of you - to be within sight/sound of one another. You'll probably sleep better too, knowing that she's within touching distance Good luck, and hugs from Harry + I x

01-18-2012, 06:37 AM	#43
BLowry My furkids Donating Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 4,625 Blog Entries: 1	sorry to hear of your little Bella. Sounds like you are doing a everything you can for her....I'm sure it's alot of work but will be rewarding in the end. Have you spoken with the breeder you bought her from? Maybe she will take her back until she is older... __________________ Brenda