What do I do if I dropped my puppy on its head?

Question

I dropped my yorkie puppy [7 months old] on its head yesterday and it made a loud noise. He started crying a lot...but he seems to be fine so far. What are the serious risks of having dropped a puppy?

Answer 1

I definitely know what you were and are feeling.

If his pupils appear the same size then he is probably ok...

Yorkies can be so squirmy when you hold them it's easy to loose your gripe and drop them. I did that too with mine just after I got her..... She squirmed and I lost my gripe she dropped on the floor on her head. She sat up sort of dazed and shook her head a bit then started crying. My initial thought was "Well there went my $500.00." But after a few minutes she was fine. I just learned to hold her tighter until she got older and stopped the squirming bit.

Answer 2

That's sounds rough...I personally (having two dogs of my own) would call your vet or any vet. They cannot charge you over the phone to answer questions. If they say they want you to come in just explain that you are calling around for opinions about the matter before rushing to a vet.. and that you may call them back. I have had several questions answered this way. Another place to call would be an animal hospital.

I would imagine that the only thing that could've gone wrong when dropping him is that it rattled his brain a little. He may end up "slower" than he originally was meant to be. I know someone who did something nearly the same as what happened to your pup.

If your that paranoid just take it to the vet. Better safe than sorry. However, I totally understand your hesitance....they charge way to much....and most likely they will say nothing. Just watch your pup....how it moves.....how it drinks...plays....note any changes. Make some calls, research....those are the only things I can think of. Good Luck!

Answer 3

Many people love the idea of owning a dog but one thing that they have to keep in mind often times, is that the dog needs to be trained. While the pet may look heart-breakingly cute when it's in a shelter or at the pound, picking out the dog is only the first part of the relationship between dog owner and the animal. Many people don't understand that they have to put time and effort into socializing the dog.

An unsocialized dog will intimidate others, tear up the home, and will create an environment that can become so bad that the it will have to be returned. Many times when dogs have to be returned to shelters or to other resources, it will end up euthanized, which is very heartbreaking. All of this can be spared if a person learns the various techniques in order to socialize the dog.

One thing that they have to understand is that the he wants to be told what to do. It's in the canine nature to follow a leader. The dog will be more than willing to obey the leadership of its master. Here's a look at some common techniques that are used in dog training:

"Dog Whispering"

This is a technique that has been around for a while, but gained national notoriety over the last 10 years. Some people might hear this term and wonder how in the world whispering to a dog can train it! Whispering isn't meant to be taken literally in this case. As trainers have shown, whispering is a term that refers to connecting with a being or an entity on a very deep and almost spiritual level. When it comes to dog training techniques, dog whispering involves careful observation of the dog's behavior and actions.

It literally entails getting inside the mind and the behavior system of the canine. When a person uses dog whispering techniques, they interact with the dog on the canine level. Again, one the most common mistakes that people make is treating the dog like a small human being.

"Reward Training"

Reward training is very simple and it's one of the older tricks that works. This is a simple method of training the dog by positive reinforcement. Once he does what it is told to do, it receives a treat. How this works is that the dog owner must entice the dog towards the treat. Once the canine develops awareness for the treat, it develops a strong desire for it. When the desire for it is extremely strong, the dog owner pulls back. Then the dog receives a command and when the dog obeys the command, it receives the treat. The object is to make the dog associate a treat with the command.

"Clicker Training"

Other dog training techniques include one that is similar to reward training, which is called clicker training. How this works is that the clicker is incorporated to get the dog's attention. The clicker is clicked as a form of communication with the dog. It learns that there is a command or reward associated in conjunction with the clicker. Many people claim that this is fun, and they actually make a game with the dog by using the clicker for their dog training tasks.

"Ultrasonic Whistle"

Last, a relatively new form of dog training technique is called the ultrasonic whistle. This works because the ultrasonic sound is only heard by the dog. When the owner is trying to communicate a command, or stop the dog from barking, they will blow on their whistle when they want to communicate a command to the dog. The benefit of this is that the humans can't hear this noise, but the dog can hear it, and they will learn to associate the sound with a command.

Dog training techniques aren't hard to incorporate, but they are something that absolutely must be incorporated from the time a dog owner brings their new dog home. No matter how old or how young the dog is, they will need training. Once they are trained properly, they will be a wonderful addition to one's family.

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Answer 4

There are several things that could have happened or maybe nothing at all. You should have taken it to a vet right away, but now is not too late. Hopefully he will say all is fine, but if it's not treatment needs to be started right away.

I have known of Chihuahua's who have been dropped on their heads and developed Hydrocephalus. In both cases they died later so don't delay. As I said nothing maybe wrong, but we are not experts. Something like this needs a through checkup.

Answer 5

You've probably given him brain damage and will never be able to house train him now. Just kidding. But I would keep an eye on him make sure his appetite is ok and he doesn't seem dizzy or disoriented. If he doestn' eat or drink as much as usual or just lays around a lot and doesnt' want to play you should take him to the vet.

Answer 6

He should be examined by a vet. Just because you don't see signs of injuries, doesn't mean there aren't any. In the future, hold your puppy only when you are sitting down, to prevent this kind of accident in the future.
Many dangerous things could occur from falling. Slipped spinal discs, head trauma, etc.

Answer 7

Your dog should be fine. Our chihuahua jumped out of a moving vehicle window and landed on its head, on concrete. We called the vet and they said to watch for knots, concusions, and if he was acting weird. Guess what? He's fine. I don't mean just drop your dog all the time, but he should be fine. And to all the stupid people that said you shouldn't have a dog, shut up. Accidents happen.

Answer 8

Wow!... Im not a vet, so I couldnt tell you what to look for or what could happen as a result of dropping your dog on its head, but If it was my dog I would take it to the vet whether he was acting normal or not. Its better to be safe than sorry, ya know? But I hope your pup is okay! Good luck! : )

Answer 9

If your dog seems fine then let it be a lesson not to drop him/her again. If you see any strange behaviors or any mobility changes/problems, I would immediately go to the animal emergency center or call your vet.

You should at least called your vet and listen to their advice on any symptoms that your pet might be showing.

Answer 10

aww relax, it scared the both of you i bet! however he isnt showing any of these syptoms : (laying down A LOT, not wanting to eat or drink, cant stand up, very shakey all the time) then you wont need to go to the vet. it was just a little bad experience for him ull get over it so would he.
-Syetta

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