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LuvMySissy · 12-04-2006, 06:15 PM

I sure hope little Gidget likes her new chicken dinner and gobbles it right down. I am sending thoughts and prayers your way that Gidget will thrive in your obviously great care.

LunasMomma · 12-04-2006, 07:38 PM

I'm sorry that your tiny one is feeling icky

We went through this with Luna, though she wasn't quite as tiny (2 lbs) I can't imagine an 8 oz baby, omg!

Try the formula that was linked in the previous post. It saved my Luna's life, the nutrical just keeps spiking the blood sugar, only for it to crash down just as quickly again. That baby needs food, protein and carbs balanced. You need to force feed her if she won't eat, but I bet once she tastes it she'll gobble up the next feeding. This formula is from an excellent breeder in my area and it's what she's weaned her puppies on for over 30 years. Once you get her eating willingly, you can start softening puppy kibble and mixing that into the formula and slowly increasing the kibble and decreasing the formula.

Prayers going out for Gidget and you

!!!!!!!!!

EDIT: I forgot to say that the Nutrical is great for an emergency episode, but it's only meant for that. We had an awful vet that told us to feed luna a TEASPOON full of that every hour, it's a wonder she's not diabetic now!

Potter · 12-04-2006, 07:42 PM

Everyone here offers superb advices. I just wanted to add that if you do buy baby food for her, make sure the ones you buy does not contain any onion or garlic. Its bad for them.

LunasMomma · 12-04-2006, 07:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Potter

Everyone here offers superb advices. I just wanted to add that if you do buy baby food for her, make sure the ones you buy does not contain any onion or garlic. Its bad for them.

YES, thank you for that reminder!

Kodak · 12-04-2006, 08:04 PM

Wow, I just posted about something like this the other day. The little female had the same thing, and had passed out, but the vet revived her. She was told to use nutrical and try to put some weight on her. I agree, it sounds like 8weeks was to soon to take her from her mom. She should see a vet, good luck to you and your puppy.

LunasMomma · 12-04-2006, 08:18 PM

Kodak, the original poster stated further down that this puppy is part of a litter that she has.

Shadow · 12-04-2006, 08:52 PM

Did Gidget eat the chicken?

hansendata4 · 12-05-2006, 03:36 AM

Gidget really liked the chicken, but ate just a small amount. My husband is concerned that it won't digest well, so he is afraid to give her to much. I was just happy to see her eating. She was still weak this morning, but I gave her some more chicken, then we syringe fed her with some Hill's A/D food and esbilac formula. We have also put some karo syrup in her water that we have to syringe give her. I will keep you all up to date. Thanks for all of the support.

red98vett · 12-05-2006, 04:05 AM

Oh good - at least she ate something....Please keep us posted ok ? I was thinking about her last night and was so glad to see this.... and feel free to ask ANY questions - there's always someone here who can help you

Patti · 12-05-2006, 06:12 AM

When I got Cali she was the runt of the litter 1 lb at 10 weeks, and had 3 episodes of hypoglycemia and numerous visits to the vet for other health issues. I fed her every 2-3 hours the first 3 months and fed her cesars wet food because it was the only food she would eat. I just watched her like a hawk and took her to the vet if she looked the least bit off and a year later she is doing great and weighs almost 5 lbs. Sounds like you are doing everything right!! Good luck

lisatodd · 12-05-2006, 07:28 AM

1/2 Lb Goodness......i Am So Sorry For Your Baby....poor Thing

JCarlson2004 · 12-05-2006, 07:39 AM

You already got some great advice. I just want to wish you all the best with your little one.

YorkieRose · 12-05-2006, 07:54 AM

I would ask the vet for some meds to keep on hand for a possible bowel upset..when they start eating different types of food it can happen so fast adn waiting until morning can be too late for a tiny...keep on top of it..Good Luck

hansendata4 · 12-05-2006, 08:18 AM

I'm scared. I have made up some of the formula from the recipe that was in the link and Gidget ate some of that. She seemed to like it and I will definately continue, but no matter if she eats or not, she has absolutely no energy. She just sleeps. Talked to the vet again and he says we are doing everything we can. It is just so stressful to see this little girl that I love not doing well. I'm just afraid it is a matter of time and that breaks my heart. It is so hard to believe that you can grow to love something so much that has been with you just a short period of time. Say a prayer that Gidget makes it through this.

BlondieGirl87 · 12-05-2006, 08:38 AM

Praying for Gidget right now!
I wouldn't be afraid to give her the chicken, if she'll eat it at least is some nurishment and food. If you're worried about if it will digest well, maybe you could puree it, mix it with a little bit of water and put it in the blender so that its softer. Just a thought....really hope your little one pulls through

12-04-2006, 06:15 PM	#16
LuvMySissy Luv my Angel, too! Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: USA Posts: 9,333	I sure hope little Gidget likes her new chicken dinner and gobbles it right down. I am sending thoughts and prayers your way that Gidget will thrive in your obviously great care. __________________ Sissy & Angel

12-04-2006, 07:38 PM	#17
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 8,799	I'm sorry that your tiny one is feeling icky We went through this with Luna, though she wasn't quite as tiny (2 lbs) I can't imagine an 8 oz baby, omg! Try the formula that was linked in the previous post. It saved my Luna's life, the nutrical just keeps spiking the blood sugar, only for it to crash down just as quickly again. That baby needs food, protein and carbs balanced. You need to force feed her if she won't eat, but I bet once she tastes it she'll gobble up the next feeding. This formula is from an excellent breeder in my area and it's what she's weaned her puppies on for over 30 years. Once you get her eating willingly, you can start softening puppy kibble and mixing that into the formula and slowly increasing the kibble and decreasing the formula. Prayers going out for Gidget and you!!!!!!!!! EDIT: I forgot to say that the Nutrical is great for an emergency episode, but it's only meant for that. We had an awful vet that told us to feed luna a TEASPOON full of that every hour, it's a wonder she's not diabetic now! __________________ Tracy, Mom to Izzy and Luna

12-04-2006, 07:42 PM	#18
Potter YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 2,583	Everyone here offers superb advices. I just wanted to add that if you do buy baby food for her, make sure the ones you buy does not contain any onion or garlic. Its bad for them. __________________ http://www.dogster.com/pet_page.php?j=t&i=410379 "No matter how little money and how few possesions you own, having a dog makes you rich."

12-04-2006, 08:04 PM	#20
Kodak And Lil Sister Kamari Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 2,438	Wow, I just posted about something like this the other day. The little female had the same thing, and had passed out, but the vet revived her. She was told to use nutrical and try to put some weight on her. I agree, it sounds like 8weeks was to soon to take her from her mom. She should see a vet, good luck to you and your puppy. __________________ I'm In Love With 2 Yorkies! http://www.myspace.com/studkodak http://www.dogster.com/dogs/548996

12-04-2006, 08:18 PM	#21
LunasMomma Izzy's Momma Too! Donating Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Stuart, Florida Posts: 8,799	Kodak, the original poster stated further down that this puppy is part of a litter that she has. __________________ Tracy, Mom to Izzy and Luna

12-04-2006, 08:52 PM	#22
Shadow No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: California Posts: 5,368	Did Gidget eat the chicken?

12-05-2006, 03:36 AM	#23
hansendata4 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Anderson, South Carolina Posts: 48	She liked the chicken Gidget really liked the chicken, but ate just a small amount. My husband is concerned that it won't digest well, so he is afraid to give her to much. I was just happy to see her eating. She was still weak this morning, but I gave her some more chicken, then we syringe fed her with some Hill's A/D food and esbilac formula. We have also put some karo syrup in her water that we have to syringe give her. I will keep you all up to date. Thanks for all of the support. __________________ Amy & Gang RIP my sweet little Gidget.

12-05-2006, 04:05 AM	#24
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	Oh good - at least she ate something....Please keep us posted ok ? I was thinking about her last night and was so glad to see this.... and feel free to ask ANY questions - there's always someone here who can help you __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

12-05-2006, 06:12 AM	#25
Patti Donating YT 30K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Illinois Posts: 35,509 Blog Entries: 6	When I got Cali she was the runt of the litter 1 lb at 10 weeks, and had 3 episodes of hypoglycemia and numerous visits to the vet for other health issues. I fed her every 2-3 hours the first 3 months and fed her cesars wet food because it was the only food she would eat. I just watched her like a hawk and took her to the vet if she looked the least bit off and a year later she is doing great and weighs almost 5 lbs. Sounds like you are doing everything right!! Good luck __________________ Cali Pixie Roxie : RIP Nikki; RIP Maya;RIP my sweet Dixie girl 1/17/08 http://callipuppyscastle.bravehost.com/index.html

12-05-2006, 07:28 AM	#26
lisatodd Little Boogers Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: virginia beach, va Posts: 4,460	1/2 Lb Goodness......i Am So Sorry For Your Baby....poor Thing __________________ lisa lisa and the cult jam yorkies

12-05-2006, 07:39 AM	#27
JCarlson2004 Mommy To 3 Poochies Donating Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York Posts: 8,287	You already got some great advice. I just want to wish you all the best with your little one. __________________ Mommy Loves Codie, Tia & Baby Cali RIP My Precious Katie - I Love You

12-05-2006, 07:54 AM	#28
YorkieRose No Longer a Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: South Florida Posts: 8,577	puppy I would ask the vet for some meds to keep on hand for a possible bowel upset..when they start eating different types of food it can happen so fast adn waiting until morning can be too late for a tiny...keep on top of it..Good Luck

12-05-2006, 08:18 AM	#29
hansendata4 Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Anderson, South Carolina Posts: 48	I'm so worried I'm scared. I have made up some of the formula from the recipe that was in the link and Gidget ate some of that. She seemed to like it and I will definately continue, but no matter if she eats or not, she has absolutely no energy. She just sleeps. Talked to the vet again and he says we are doing everything we can. It is just so stressful to see this little girl that I love not doing well. I'm just afraid it is a matter of time and that breaks my heart. It is so hard to believe that you can grow to love something so much that has been with you just a short period of time. Say a prayer that Gidget makes it through this. __________________ Amy & Gang RIP my sweet little Gidget.

12-05-2006, 08:38 AM	#30
BlondieGirl87 No Longer A Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: The Big Friendly City :) Posts: 4,236	Praying for Gidget right now! I wouldn't be afraid to give her the chicken, if she'll eat it at least is some nurishment and food. If you're worried about if it will digest well, maybe you could puree it, mix it with a little bit of water and put it in the blender so that its softer. Just a thought....really hope your little one pulls through