Puppy experiencing hypoglycemia...?

Question

This morning I woke up to find my 15oz. yorkie lifeless. I rushed him to the animal emergency hospital, and they told me he was suffering from a major loss in blood sugar. I was aware of hypoglycemia, but I made sure he ate well and gave him nutri-cal 3 times per day at least. They don't know if he'll make it. Anyone ever have a puppy go through this to this stage?

torbaynewfs... That was probably one of the most inconsiderite comments I have ever encountered. My dog may die, and you criticize me for buying an expensive dog. Thanks. I hope that you are able to enjoy your day... :-(

My puppy is 16 weeks and 15 ounces. He was very healthy until this point. He ate very well and was growing at a normal rate. I did everything that the vet said I should do. Last night was the first night that I did not wake up to check on him, only because he was fine at 1:00am, before I went to bed. I found him lifeless at 8:00am.

Also, torbaynewfs, I remember your commented on a simple question that I asked before...just to laugh at reaction answers like yours. My dog IS AKC registered, and althought the term Teacup is not recognized by the AKC, it is an industry label for dogs that will stay under 4lbs. Some of us do not care if our dogs are show quality, but we prefer our babies to stay tiny so that they can accompany us on trips, on planes, and everywhere else we go. We will pay extra for that. Thanks. Please pray for him..

Answer 1

I am a former Endocrinology RN. Just as in humans you must keep the blood sugars regulated. Carbohydrates are an excellent way to do this. It may help for you to keep your dog on a slightly higher protein diet and provide extra carbs throughout the day. The reason I recommend this (and please dont take my advice only, make sure your vet agrees) you dont want the dog to get fat, having a carb (grain) based food and carb snacks can increase the weight and sugar (carbs turn in to sugar) Keep a monitor and check the dogs levels(ask vet, i dont know what a dogs level should be) especially before you go to bed at night. This is usually the longest time patients go without eating,drinking or checking. A slightly higher level (carb snack)prior to you going to bed will help the dog make it through the night. Good Luck!!!! Hope He is Fine!!! Email me if I can help! Sugar and syrups are not coplex carbs and burn off quickly. peanut butter or starches are a better choice and stay in the system longer. Syrup or sugar are good for quick emergencies only....

Answer 2

I'm sorry you are going through this
I hope your little one makes it.
Small yorkies are prone to hypoglycemia attacks.
How old is this pup??
A good Breeder should not let a pup go at this weight. Or before the age of 12 weeks being so small.
HYPOGYLCEMIA
Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, is a disorder that occurs mainly in small
breed puppies between six and twelve weeks of age. It is often precipitated
by stress and can occur without warning (if the puppy is susceptible). It
might appear after the puppy misses a meal, chills, becomes exhausted from
playing, or has a digestive upset. These upsets place an added strain on
the energy reserves and bring on symptoms.
Hypoglycemia is a real threat to these tiny puppies, watch for your puppy
to become tired or droopy. The first signs are those of listlessness and
depression. Muscular weakness, tremors, and later convulsions, coma and even death may follow. The puppy may appear depressed or may be weak, wobbly and jerky, or the puppy may be found in a coma.
If your puppy has any symptoms of Hypoglycemia you must act fast. If the
puppy is awake, give it Nutrical, or Karo syrup by mouth. You should
see signs of improvement in thirty minutes. If no improvement call your
veterinarian. If the puppy is unconscious it should be taken to the
veterinarian at once.
Prevent hypoglycemia from happening by allowing only twenty minutes of play at a time, followed by rest or sleep. Do not allow puppy to overtire at first. Supervise closely with children to make sure puppy is getting enough rest. Keep puppy warm, don't let it become chilled. Your puppy is a house dog and should not be living outdoors.
Prevent attacks by feeding a good kibble diet.
We use Purina Healthy Morsels or Imas puppy food. See that puppy eats at least every 4
hours at first. Keep dry food and water available at all times. You can give ½ teaspoon of Nutrical or Karo syrup morning and night for the first couple of
days to help prevent the low blood sugar that can come with the excitement
and stress of going to a new home.
Smaller puppies can very easily become hypoglycemic. Watch them carefully, make sure they get enough rest and food.

Answer 3

Nutri Cal is high protein. It isn't suitable for a Yorkie or smaller dogs in general unless recommended by a Vet who should tell you exactly how much to give.
Also, it doesn't necessarily mean it was the Nutri Cal.
Any supplement is like a medication and the weight, age are all factors in how a dog can be affected.
A 15 oz puppy or dog needing a supplement needs a Vet to tell you what to give and how much.
And PLEASE don't kill your dog if he makes it by giving him sugar cane juice in milk! Follow your VET'S instructions to a "T".

Answer 4

Oh dear!

No, I haven't. But a friend of mine has a chihuahua puppy with the same problem.

Good luck!

Answer 5

The poor baby. I have seen diabetic dogs before but never had one.

Answer 6

I have seen it before, sorry to hear it happened to you. if possible give him some karo syrup in water and try to syringe feed him a soft food diluted with water it is important to keep him hydrated. and keep him eating. keep giving him the nutra-cal and you can give him cottage cheese and yogurt. (they have good enzymes..I hope I helped. Good luck with your puppy.

Answer 7

Sorry to hear about your pup.But if your pup does make it out of the hospital,give hime some fresh sugarcane juice mixed in his milk.everyday and take him for a checkup of his blood you should find that there is a lot of improvement in his blood sugar levels.regulate or stop accordingly.Do not over do it ,only once a day for 15 days. 40ml.

Answer 8

Hope the $5,000 puppy doesn't have any HEALTH PROBLEMS!!!