and will his teeth grow hes not having problems other than he was not able to latch on to the nipple so we bottle feed him. I am concerned about his clef lip any one has some advice i really need some.
2006-11-01 19:53:28 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Did you not take the mom and all the puppies in for the routine postpartum visit the day after birth???
They'll evaluate the severity of the problem, and discuss your options with you. PLEASE make that appointment ASAP. There are also other VERY important things that they need to go over with you about basic postpartum and neonatal care, to avoid common problems. Make sure you take a pad and pen to take notes. This can save you a LOT of money and heartache.
Chihuahuas are known for all sorts of genetic problems, due to a long history of poor breeding choices amongst breeders. It is important that any such disorders be identified as soon as possible whenever present, to prevent multiple future health problems. Also...it would be a good idea to have the parents spayed and neutered if the pups are showing hereditary problems, so as to not continue propagating undesirable (and often painful) traits in the breed. Your DVM can tell you if any problems are hereditary or just incidental.
The people who keep saying either surgery or euthanasia is required are wrong/confused. They're thinking of cleft palate (which often causes aspiration pneumonia if not surgically repaired, so many puppies born with it are euthanized at birth.) You said cleft lip, however.....which doesn't necessarily cause any problems, and doesn't necessarily have to be repaired. Again....the only person who can tell you whether or not this pup is likely to have any future problems is your DVM, once he or she examines the pup.
2006-11-01 20:00:43 · answer #1 · answered by A Veterinarian 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
One of the women I work with has a beautiful fawn boxer with a cleft lip. This condition is not as severe as a cleft pallet. A breeder gave him to her. Luckily he has no problems breathing, eating, etc. Unfortunately, this is not the same for all pups. He has been examined by a specialist, who said any surgery would be purely cosmetic. He's an awesome dog! He's neutered, eight months old and 65 lbs.
Ask your vet and see what he/she thinks. If it's just the lip, if he's bottle feeding well, and you're willing to make the commitment, and willing to face possible surgery, then give him a chance. If he's really having problems, it may be more humane to have him euthanized. Good luck with your decision. I know it must be very difficult.
2006-11-02 08:52:19 · answer #2 · answered by GSDoxie3 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
This is a genetic defect and the pup must be around 4 months old before it can have surgery to correct.You must feed this pup ,as it can't hold on to the nipple of the female because of this problem.There is no way to correct except surgery.
2006-11-02 11:32:03 · answer #3 · answered by Help 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You will have to either have surgery or have the puppy put to sleep. It's probably best to have him put to sleep because when you have one problem, your bound to have more in a baby. It's so sad, breeding really isn't something one should go into lightly. You need to check the others and make sure they don't have any problems as well or they can asphyxiate and die.
2006-11-02 04:09:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
you must take him to the vet. He will need surgery to fix this problem and be able to live a normal life.
2006-11-02 03:57:34 · answer #5 · answered by heidelue 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's "treated" by EUTHANASIA!!!
WHY would you force an animal to go through MULTIPLE surgeries???
IF it doesn't drown first or aspirate into pneumonia.
2006-11-02 07:02:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Surgery...if you can afford it...
I know I couldn't afford it...sigh
2006-11-02 03:56:34 · answer #7 · answered by BadBill 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋