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YorkyKids · 12-11-2005, 02:04 PM

Did your vet mention the "doggy flu" that is going around all over the nation? The sudden onset is what made me think of this. And the doggy flu does progress into a really bad case of pneumonia. Just thought this might be worth mentioning. Hope Little Man gets better really soon.

Patti · 12-11-2005, 02:04 PM

You are in my prayers!

SnowWa · 12-11-2005, 02:05 PM

Snow Yorkies - Yes, it is very good that he is still nursing and getting some nourishment. And even the little bit of weight gain that you noticed is a very good sign.

I got my little pup when he was 8 weeks old - but, he was a little "hunk," I think. I have never weighed him, so I don't have a clue what he weighs. He is very healthy and is growing like a weed...wish I knew what he weighed.
I'll find out when he goes to the vet for his next shots.

I sure do think that keeping the little guys (like yours) for at least 12 weeks is the right thing to do. And, I have read that all Yorkies should stay with their mothers for at least 10 weeks. I'm sure this is a good rule also.

It's a good thing that you have had a lot of experience with these little dogs. I'm sure that you are the best thing for him right now.

Again - keep in touch and let us know how he's doing.

Snow Yorkies · 12-11-2005, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Stormy

OMG....Add my thoughts and prayers to all of the others.
I have in recent weeks gone through 5 bouts og HGE so I so very much empathize with what you are going through. They all had to be hospitalized for hydration , Glucose and IV antibiotics. Didn't your vet suggest keeping him there ? But maybe he is just better off with his Mama as long as you are able to give him the glucose injections.
Please G-d spare the baby.....
I hope and pray your little baby will be tough enough to pull out of this.

My vet is a country doctor so they don't have around the clock care, and I would want him to be watched continuously. Since I have some knowledge of injections and know how to administer them the vet felt confident he was better in my home. This way he could be with his mother for feedings, even though he was almost totally weaned, it is better for him to have his mother's milk than anything, as there are anti-bodies in the milk, that will work in conjuction with the antibotics. From my understanding yesterday, that you can force so many fluids as well, everything is administered by weight.

YorkyKids
Did your vet mention the "doggy flu" that is going around all over the nation? The sudden onset is what made me think of this. And the doggy flu does progress into a really bad case of pneumonia. Just thought this might be worth mentioning. Hope Little Man gets better really soon.

Yes, this was talked about during the exam... Not likely in this situation. He has been with his litter mates and all of them remain healthy and strong. What we have come up with is sometimes he was a "greedy eater" and some of the fluids must have entered his lungs, then the infection set in over a peroid of time. And that is why he went down so fast. It was his labored breathing that caught my eye first, then upon examing him I saw his dehyration and knew we had to move fast...Thank you for the suggestion of getting to the bottom of this.

I would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers for "Little Man" , not to mention all these wonderful suggestions and ideas. You all don't know how much this means to me. Thank you....

Stormy · 12-11-2005, 04:08 PM

Well both you and your vet are totally right about the need to watch over him very closely. Main thng is to keep him hydrated and since you are able to do that it is great. I was so terribly upset leaving my babies at the hospital even though a Vet is there until 11pm and a tech all night. I would have much prefered them home with me but I was to terrified that I would lose one if I did not do as the vet said. sigh.
Nothing better then being with his Mama. I so hope he will turn for the better. Please keep us posted.

YorkyKids · 12-11-2005, 04:19 PM

What we have come up with is sometimes he was a "greedy eater" and some of the fluids must have entered his lungs, then the infection set in over a peroid of time. And that is why he went down so fast. It was his labored breathing that caught my eye first, then upon examing him I saw his dehyration and knew we had to move fast...Thank you for the suggestion of getting to the bottom of this.> snip

Oh yes I have had that happen to a tiny puppy! I wonder if it's because they are so small and in their haste to "get their share" they suck the food down into the windpipe. Doesn't need to be much to set up an infection. I worry anytime I see the food stuck to the nose. Always means they may have inhaled it. Just be aware treatment is sometimes very long. It seems to take forever to clear the lungs of the fluid or food (?) matter but you probably already know that. I mentioned the doggy flu because of the Katrina and Rita victims. Some of the dogs traveled far and wide to other shelters. Some have fallen victim to what is known as the doggy flu. It seems the dogs do not have to be exposed to this terrible flu to get it. Some of the shelter workers took it home to their dogs on their clothes or shoes. Some vets at the Grey hound race tracks have found the treatment of choice to be Tami-flu. I know a couple of breeder friends who convinced their vet to treat their puppies with pneumonia like symptoms with Tami-Flu and all recovered nicely. It's an off label treatment tho....not approved for canines. Just a tidbit in information. I'm glad you caught it in a timely manner. That should make all the difference in his recovery.

Doggy Bear · 12-11-2005, 05:54 PM

Poor little darling...I send him good thoughts and prayers.
France

Hey Little Man don't stop fighting that bad pneumonia....you will get over it.
Your doggy friend
N'Stein.

KikiKrazy · 12-11-2005, 06:59 PM

I sure hope your baby pulls through, I know how worried you are, I just brought my baby home from the vets after a parvo scare, my prayers and thoughts are with you....angee and peanut

jenstals · 12-11-2005, 07:18 PM

YOu and your little man are in my prayers! Please keep us posted on his progress!

yorkieusa · 12-11-2005, 07:26 PM

I'm so sorry for the little fellow. I'll keep him in my prayers that he will be strong enough to fight it off...

lilfoot · 12-11-2005, 07:45 PM

Zoe, Lizzy and Bailey send their prayers for a very speedy recovery.....i am so sorry that the little one is so sick....it is hard to think of something so little to have to fight something so big. hope everything goes well....sending kisses and hugs your way!

Connie · 12-11-2005, 09:47 PM

I feel so bad to hear your little one isn't doing well! Count on me for prayers! Best wishes to you!!!

whispersmom2 · 12-11-2005, 10:12 PM

I am so sorry to hear this news. Is this sweetie from the litter that was bred in Germany or is he from one of the Biewers you already had? reason I am asking is that it seems whatever these babies bring with them is so much harder to treat. My vet uses Tamaflu in cases such as this sounds. I could have the spelling wrong but it is he meds for humans with the flu..

Snow Yorkies · 12-11-2005, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by whispersmom2

I am so sorry to hear this news. Is this sweetie from the litter that was bred in Germany or is he from one of the Biewers you already had? reason I am asking is that it seems whatever these babies bring with them is so much harder to treat. My vet uses Tamaflu in cases such as this sounds. I could have the spelling wrong but it is he meds for humans with the flu..

Mom was bred in Germany, but the litter whelped here in the US. Thanks for the suggestion on the meds, we will see what the next couple days brings, For right now, I am only going hour by hour. He has shown some improvement. I moved his littlest sister in with him and that seemed to have raised his spirit some. She is tending to him as he was her own. Cleaning his face, laying over him to make sure he is warm. (with the heating pad under him) I just don't want to get my hopes up and something happen, then I would be crushed.

chechinmipo · 12-11-2005, 10:56 PM

OMG! i am truely sorry to hear this. I know how special these Biewer pups are for you and specially little man for your program. I will defenitelyfind time in my prayers for you both and am sure that with your help and attentive care he will surpass this big hurdle.

12-11-2005, 02:04 PM	#17
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12-11-2005, 02:05 PM	#18
SnowWa YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: USA Posts: 2,992	Snow Yorkies - Yes, it is very good that he is still nursing and getting some nourishment. And even the little bit of weight gain that you noticed is a very good sign. I got my little pup when he was 8 weeks old - but, he was a little "hunk," I think. I have never weighed him, so I don't have a clue what he weighs. He is very healthy and is growing like a weed...wish I knew what he weighed. I'll find out when he goes to the vet for his next shots. I sure do think that keeping the little guys (like yours) for at least 12 weeks is the right thing to do. And, I have read that all Yorkies should stay with their mothers for at least 10 weeks. I'm sure this is a good rule also. It's a good thing that you have had a lot of experience with these little dogs. I'm sure that you are the best thing for him right now. Again - keep in touch and let us know how he's doing. __________________ http://tinypic.com/ipxhmb.jpg A Yorkie is worth a thousand words.

12-11-2005, 04:08 PM	#20
Stormy Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: NY Posts: 438 Blog Entries: 2	Well both you and your vet are totally right about the need to watch over him very closely. Main thng is to keep him hydrated and since you are able to do that it is great. I was so terribly upset leaving my babies at the hospital even though a Vet is there until 11pm and a tech all night. I would have much prefered them home with me but I was to terrified that I would lose one if I did not do as the vet said. sigh. Nothing better then being with his Mama. I so hope he will turn for the better. Please keep us posted. __________________ STORMY Smokie,Bandit,Oliver,Katy and Frosty.Misty at the bridge :-([/COLOR] Wolf, my heart dog passed 2/6/10

12-11-2005, 05:54 PM	#22
Doggy Bear Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada Posts: 109	Poor little darling...I send him good thoughts and prayers. France Hey Little Man don't stop fighting that bad pneumonia....you will get over it. Your doggy friend N'Stein. __________________ N'Stein - male, 5 years old.....5 pds. Small but adorable and sometimes stubborn has a Yorkie can be.

12-11-2005, 06:59 PM	#23
KikiKrazy Yorkie Talker Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: WV Posts: 17	aww bless his little heart I sure hope your baby pulls through, I know how worried you are, I just brought my baby home from the vets after a parvo scare, my prayers and thoughts are with you....angee and peanut

12-11-2005, 02:04 PM	#16
YorkyKids Currently Suspended! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Posts: 144	Did your vet mention the "doggy flu" that is going around all over the nation? The sudden onset is what made me think of this. And the doggy flu does progress into a really bad case of pneumonia. Just thought this might be worth mentioning. Hope Little Man gets better really soon.

12-11-2005, 04:19 PM	#21
YorkyKids Currently Suspended! Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Posts: 144	What we have come up with is sometimes he was a "greedy eater" and some of the fluids must have entered his lungs, then the infection set in over a peroid of time. And that is why he went down so fast. It was his labored breathing that caught my eye first, then upon examing him I saw his dehyration and knew we had to move fast...Thank you for the suggestion of getting to the bottom of this.> snip Oh yes I have had that happen to a tiny puppy! I wonder if it's because they are so small and in their haste to "get their share" they suck the food down into the windpipe. Doesn't need to be much to set up an infection. I worry anytime I see the food stuck to the nose. Always means they may have inhaled it. Just be aware treatment is sometimes very long. It seems to take forever to clear the lungs of the fluid or food (?) matter but you probably already know that. I mentioned the doggy flu because of the Katrina and Rita victims. Some of the dogs traveled far and wide to other shelters. Some have fallen victim to what is known as the doggy flu. It seems the dogs do not have to be exposed to this terrible flu to get it. Some of the shelter workers took it home to their dogs on their clothes or shoes. Some vets at the Grey hound race tracks have found the treatment of choice to be Tami-flu. I know a couple of breeder friends who convinced their vet to treat their puppies with pneumonia like symptoms with Tami-Flu and all recovered nicely. It's an off label treatment tho....not approved for canines. Just a tidbit in information. I'm glad you caught it in a timely manner. That should make all the difference in his recovery.

12-11-2005, 07:18 PM	#24
jenstals YT Addict Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Connecticut Posts: 397	YOu and your little man are in my prayers! Please keep us posted on his progress! __________________ Jen Deb and Maya

12-11-2005, 07:26 PM	#25
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	I'm so sorry for the little fellow. I'll keep him in my prayers that he will be strong enough to fight it off... __________________ Karen Kacee Muffin 1991-2005 Rest in Peace My Little Angel

12-11-2005, 07:45 PM	#26
lilfoot YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: wisconsin Posts: 769	Zoe, Lizzy and Bailey send their prayers for a very speedy recovery.....i am so sorry that the little one is so sick....it is hard to think of something so little to have to fight something so big. hope everything goes well....sending kisses and hugs your way!

12-11-2005, 09:47 PM	#27
Connie Loved by Maddie & Libby Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Dakota Posts: 10,732	I feel so bad to hear your little one isn't doing well! Count on me for prayers! Best wishes to you!!! __________________ Custom doggie dresses and vests Memory is a country where I can go to see your face - but where do I go when I miss your embrace?

12-11-2005, 10:12 PM	#28
whispersmom2 Inactive Account Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MD Posts: 2,985	I am so sorry to hear this news. Is this sweetie from the litter that was bred in Germany or is he from one of the Biewers you already had? reason I am asking is that it seems whatever these babies bring with them is so much harder to treat. My vet uses Tamaflu in cases such as this sounds. I could have the spelling wrong but it is he meds for humans with the flu..

12-11-2005, 10:56 PM	#30
chechinmipo No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: California Posts: 2,260	OMG! i am truely sorry to hear this. I know how special these Biewer pups are for you and specially little man for your program. I will defenitelyfind time in my prayers for you both and am sure that with your help and attentive care he will surpass this big hurdle.