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Xl teddy bear f1b goldendoodles. Majic Mamma babies born 12/1/18 Ready to go home goal 1/26/19 Weight goal 65/70 lbs Clear genetic tested bloodlines with Paw Print Generics . $1700. Reserve with $200 due now
Extra Large F1B standard Goldendoodle puppies – birthday is 11/23 – adoption day goal 1/18/19 Sire Major 60 lbs St Poodle genetic Tested Clear and Coat / Furnishings Positive Dam Jet Fire 85 lbs St Goldendoodle *genetic Tested Clear $1800. Pet home fee. With $200 due now to reserve Breeder rights add $1200 extra 1/15 photo update […]
She is a happy sweet good girl and very smart, you will fall in love with Daisy girl! $1200 , $200 due now to reserve for pet homes. Or Breeding rights $1200 additional F1 Standard Goldendoodles. First Generation Rhett St Poodle 60 lbs Marigold Golden Retriever 65 lbs Dob 9/17. Ready 11/22 estimate October 2,2018 photoshoot […]
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Mini F1b Goldendoodle 3 boys very sweet. The most wavy will be In order Harry , Adam then Dino Weight goal 20/25 lbs Genetic tested Parents Mom is Pebbles & Dad is Peanuts Dob 1/26. Ready goal 3/23 $2200 with $200 due
F2 Mini Goldendoodle babies $2200. Due now $200 to reserve Reddy Fox daddy 25 lbs mini Goldendoodle Coconut Mom 25 lbs mini Goldendoodle Six boys and Two girls Born 12/25/18 Ready goal 2/25 Meet the pups in motion! pups playing and giving blanket ride! Rosa is Reserved for Lisa – Lenny is Reserved for Amy – […]
Signs of Hypoglycemia
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, can quickly become an urgent health problem in toy and small-breed dogs, say experts. Without intervention, there is risk of dogs slipping into a coma and possibly dying.
Juvenile hypoglycemia, which is seen in puppies less than 3 months of age, generally occurs because puppies have not fully developed the ability to regulate blood glucose concentration and have a high requirement for glucose.
Understanding Hypoglycemia
“In a nutshell, the brain can only use glucose for energy,” explains Margret Casal, D.V.M., Ph.D., assistant professor of medical genetics at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. “If glucose levels drop in the blood, then there is less energy for the brain, which causes neurological signs such as disorientation, tremors and coma.
“Normally, glucose is stored in the form of glycogen in the body, and when necessary, hormones stimulate the breakdown of glycogen to supply the brain and other tissues with fuel,” she continues. “Sometimes in toy and small breeds, the process does not occur quickly enough and hypoglycemia begins to kick in.
“An animal that goes a prolonged period without glucose may eventually slip into a coma and possibly die. In toy and small-breed dogs that timeframe is greatly reduced when compared to larger dogs.”
Among the signs of hypoglycemia are loss of appetite, extreme lethargy, lack of coordination, trembling, muscle twitching, weakness, seizures, and discoloration of skin and gums.
“They usually act like they are drunk,” says Amirov. “They may be lethargic, shivering or refusing to get up and play. Most won’t eat or drink. If you know your puppies well and they are acting out of the ordinary, there’s a very good chance they are going into low sugar shock. A simple case of hypoglycemia is often due to overactivity combined with too much time between meals.
“After a dog has crashed due to hypoglycemia, I follow up with a protein-rich food, such as canned puppy food, to help stabilize the blood sugar and prevent another crash,” she continues. “If a dog doesn’t stabilize and continues to have difficulty after being given glucose, then I take him to the veterinarian. However, during a hypoglycemic attack, time is of the essence.”
Experts recommend rubbing syrup on a dog’s gums, dabbing sugar water on or under the tongue, or giving a concentrated solution of glucose to offset the drop in blood glucose. Providing a simple sugar solution and hydrating liquid are key.
“It also is imperative to keep them warm,” Smolarz says. “I put a kitchen towel in the microwave for 30 seconds. I shake it out and wrap the puppy in it to bring up his body temperature. Low blood sugar can cause hypothermia, so I get them warm first.
“Next, I give the puppy a teaspoon of honey and wait a few minutes. If the puppy seems to be getting better, I follow up by giving small amounts of warm sugar water over the next few minutes.”
Measures to prevent hypoglycemia include feeding puppies and small dogs three or four times a day. A high-quality, nutritious dog food is important in helping to sustain a dog. Owners also should provide a warm environment.
Smolarz crates puppies and adult dogs when they are fed to ensure they eat. “This also helps to prevent the litter bully from stealing everybody else’s food. When they are that small, you have to be sure they have enough to eat. I make sure they have kibble to eat freely, and I feed puppies three to four meals a day until they are 5 months old.”
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