|
Welcome to the YorkieTalk.com Forums Community - the community for Yorkshire Terriers. You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. You will be able to chat with over 35,000 YorkieTalk members, read over 2,000,000 posted discussions, and view more than 15,000 Yorkie photos in the YorkieTalk Photo Gallery after you register. We would love to have you as a member! Registration is fast, simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today! If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please click here to contact us. |
|
| LinkBack | Thread Tools |
12-13-2008, 02:10 PM | #1 |
BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Posts: 368
| What to know about Hypoglycemia?? I've read a lot about younger puppies getting hypoglycemia. We are getting our first Yorkie on January 20th, she will be almost 9 weeks old. What are certain things to watch out for? How to prevent this? What are some of your suggestions, have any of you ever experienced this? I go to school from 930-130pm every day, and my fiance goes from 12-4 every day - so there will only be a few hours that the puppy will be by herself. Any suggestions would be helpful! Thanks so much! |
Welcome Guest! | |
12-13-2008, 02:18 PM | #2 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Frisco, TX
Posts: 105
| Congrats on your new puppy. I just got mine this week and she's only 6 weeks old! I bought NutriCal at Petsmart prior to picking her up and I give her a small amount (dosage is on the tube) each morning before breakfast because she's not much of an eater. My vet told me yesterday that alternatively, keep Karo syrup on hand in case she seems really lethargic and to give a bit of it to help. She doesn't eat much so I'm carefully monitoring her behavior. |
12-13-2008, 03:21 PM | #3 |
I ♥ Franklin & Maggie Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma
Posts: 2,068
| Wow. A 9 week old puppy is very, VERY young to be brought home. Especially for a Yorkie. The Yorkshire Terrier Club of America dictates that all breeders hold their puppies until at least 12 weeks. It's imperative that puppies get the proper socialization and training for their mom/litter mates. I know you're excited and I know how hard it is to wait (it was TORTURE for me), but please PLEASE consider asking the breeder to hold off for another 3 weeks. It's only 3 weeks and will make such a huge difference. I'm not trying to upset you or be rude but it is so important that you know these things. As far as hypoglycemia goes, this will be something you will absolutely have to look out for if you do decide to bring the puppy home. It will be young and I would be so so so weary of leaving it home alone. I am in school too so I obviously understand you don't have any other choice. Make sure she eats small meals 4-5 times a day. Actually, I would free-feed the dog until she gets older. Make sure there is always kibble available and give her some Nutrical before you leave her alone, just so she doesn't go into shock while you're gone. If she does go into shock, she will be lifeless and her gums will be light pink or white. You need to rub Nutrical on her gums and take her to the vet immediately. These puppies, especially YOUNG puppies can fade fast. Good luck.
__________________ Diana , Mommy to Franklin, Maggie, Oliver, and Millie - RIP Piper |
12-13-2008, 03:29 PM | #4 | |
BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Posts: 368
| Quote:
I actually asked the breeder to hold her until she is 12 weeks, it is not my decision to take her at 9 weeks - I would rather her be with her mum until she is ready, I am in absolutely no rush - I want a healthy dog. From my research, 9 weeks is not very, VERY young to be brought home .. some are brought home earlier and are fine. I'm still waiting for the breeder to get back to me. Thanks for the info! | |
12-13-2008, 07:06 PM | #5 | |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | Quote:
I wouldn't buy from a breeder that allowed you to take them that early. Bigger breeds can go at 8 weeks but toy breeds should say a minimum of 12 weeks. How much does the dog weigh?
__________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals | |
12-13-2008, 07:28 PM | #6 |
BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Posts: 368
| They are only puppies, not sure how much they weigh. The dad is 7.5 pounds and mom is 4.5 pounds. |
12-13-2008, 07:41 PM | #7 |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | HI congrats on your new baby!!! I send home an information booklet to all my new puppy parents. here is a little bit on Hypoglycemia that I send home with them. I also talk to them about it as well. Hope this helps!! Maybe your breeder will have info for you as well. Hypoglycemia is a common problem in small breed dogs like Yorkshire Terriers. The definition, symptoms, and treatment for hypoglycemia is outlined. Hypoglycemia is a common ailment in toy breed dogs like Yorkies. Hypoglycemia is low blood sugar. The pancreas makes the hormone insulin, when there is too much insulin the body can develop hypoglycemia. Yorkies and other toy breed dogs can develop hypoglycemia even when they are healthy because they don't have the fat stores to use for energy, and their liver can not produce enough sugar to use as energy. Symptoms of hypoglycemia: Symptoms include but are not limited to: Slow heartbeat and breathing, weak, sleepy, disoriented, wobbly, glassy eyed, and seizures. In some cases pets may lose consciousness and fall into a coma. Pets can die from hypoglycemia if they do not receive treatment. Diagnosing hypoglycemia: Your veterinarian can diagnose hypoglycemia with a quick blood test that checks your pets blood glucose or blood sugar. Treatment: Staying consistent with a feeding and exercise schedule will help avoid the dangers of hypoglycemia. If you are worried about your pets blood sugar levels, for hypoglycemia: If you notice your pet is acting wobbly or weak try giving some treats or canned food, anything you know your pet will eat. If your pet won't eat, try giving it some sugar, Karo syrup works the best. Rub the syrup on the gums and under the tongue if your pet is unconscious. If your pet is not unconscious and can swallow you can give the sugar with a needleless syringe. If your pets blood sugar drops it may also begin to suffer with hypothermia, so you'll need to help keep your cat or dog warm with a hot water bottle and blankets. A milk jug filled with steaming hot water makes a good hot water bottle in a pinch. This treatment can also work with puppies and kittens who are failing to thrive. After giving initial first aid get your pet to your veterinarian immediately. Diabetics and hypoglycemia: If diabetics are given to much insulin they can develop hypoglycemia. Diabetic pet owners should monitor their dog or cat closely for signs of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia call your veterinarian. Additional information: If you own a toy breed dog you should feed 3 small meals a day to help avoid hypoglycemia. Some owners mix Karo syrup in the drinking water, if you do this the water should be changed daily to avoid bacteria growth. Hypoglycemia is very dangerous and can kill a dog or cat if left without treatment. Greens Treasured Yorkshire Terriers - Greens Treasured YorkshireTerriers and Biewers | Michigan Yorkie Breeder, Biewers, Yorkie Puppies for sale |
12-13-2008, 07:45 PM | #8 | |
BANNED FOR NOT SENDING A GIFT EXCHANGE GIFT! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Posts: 368
| Quote:
Thanks for the info and help, it's just what I was looking for | |
12-13-2008, 08:05 PM | #9 |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | You are very welcome!!! |
Bookmarks |
|
|
| |
|
|
SHOP NOW: Amazon :: eBay :: Buy.com :: Newegg :: PetStore :: Petco :: PetSmart