That isn't always the case . Some-times it last until they are 6 to 8 months old. It depins on how small they are [weight whys]. I've know this way. They small you go the more special care they need. And it isn't proven [I don't think] , but can be pasts on to there pups. I've seen this one alot . Some breeders will use very small 2 to 2 1/2# males . And they males will produce small pups, that will suffer from [low blood sugar]. I find that there is some-thing that really does work with lil ones. That really don't want to eat it throw {Rivival Animal " Dr. Roy's ' Forti-cal ' } . Put itto there food 2 times a day , it works wonders.
Kay Lewis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Kay Lewis <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
Tosha,
I learned the hard way that 9 weeks is kind of young for a Chi puppy, What I didnt know about when I got
my Chi was the toy/T-cup tendency to low blood sugar. I almost lost Allay and the agony I went through
I would not want anyone else to ever go through. The low blood sugar problem is very easy to avoid once
you know about it, so I'm posting a little about it below.....
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Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia means low blood sugar and is a common problem in young Toy breed puppies, although most of them grow out of it before they are old enough to leave the breeder. But for a few, it's a danger throughout their lives.Symptoms of low blood sugar are a staggering gait, glassy eyes, and sometimes either limpness or rigidity. If the dog doesn't receive immediate help, he can suffer seizures, unconsciousness, and finally, death. Treatment involves putting some sugar in your dog's mouth, calling your veterinarian, and heading for the clinic. Once you know your dog has a tendency toward hypoglycemia, you can prevent further attacks by changing his feeding schedule to small amounts several times a day and avoiding sugary treats (check the ingredients before buying dog treats). Too much sugar in his food can put Pepe on a roller coaster ride of sugar highs and lows rather than keeping his blood sugar nice and level.
http://www.dummies.com/WileyCDA/DummiesArticle/id-2062.html
- - - - - - - - - - - - -I've raised lots of puppies, but never one so small, and was not aware of the problems that could develop.
I woke up one morning to find my baby, cold and stiff and almost dead. We pulled her through it, but if
I had known before hand it could have been avoided completely.As they said in the article above several feedings a day, Also keep some kyro syrup on hand. a couple drops
in their drinking water can make a world of difference. Be sure to talk to your Breeder and your Vet so you
are fully aware and don't have to go through what I did.Good luck with your new baby, it's amazing how much love comes in such a
small package.Kay
Tosha wrote:she will be 9 wks when i get her on the 10th
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