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Candy Chip Missy Cozy Warm Cuddles F1bb mini Goldendoodles $1200 with $500 due to reserve . Born 12/8/2023Ready goal 2/2/2024Mom F1B Muffins 20lbs Dad mini poodle Butter Brickles 22 lbs This babies are amazing . Special black poin markings – nose , eyes . The coats are a beautiful wavy with frosted highlights. They are […]
Poppy Sweet Baby Girls F1B Standard GoldendoodlesBorn 12/11/2023Ready 2/5/2024Weight goal easily 55/60 lbs Mom f1 Standard Goldendoodle Mary Ana Dad is Standard Poodle Frosty 55 lbs This bloodline is laid back , sweet nature . In the past they have been picked for therapy work . The calmer standards are wonderful choice for a first […]
Over The River Mini f1BB Goldendoodle Puppies $1600 with $300 due now to reserve Born 11/22. Ready 1/18/2024Mom Thistle F1B Mini Goldendoodle 20 lbs Dad Mini Poodle Skipper 18lbs Very sweet unique smaller mini Goldendoodles, amazing colors , loving personalities. These babies are worth waiting for . You will enjoy sweet updates , training information […]
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Vermont TeddybearsF1B Standard Goldendoodles Weight goal 55/60 lbs Born 2/9/24Ready goal 4/15/24$1400 with $300 due to reserve These babies will have beautiful wavy coats and teddy bear faces. The standard Golden-doodles are very easy going and a great family pup . They will have a final vet exam , microchipped, shots /worming and health guarantee. […]
Joyful Happiness Babies ! Mini Goldendoodle Puppies F1BB Mom F1B Mini Goldendoodle Queen 15lbs Dad Mini poodle Twilight 18 lbs Born 1/27/2024Ready goal 3/25/2024$1650 with $350 due to reserve They are the lowest shedding generation and the smallest planned . We expect wavy to curly coats and sweet temperaments. You will enjoy many sweet updates […]
Spring Babies Mini Poodles Born 1/20/24Ready goal 3/16/24Weight goal 10-13 lbs $1300 with $300 due now to reserve Mini poodles are one of my most amazing pets! They love you, listen nicely and are so smart . They are playful, affectionate, and eager to please, as well as loyal and easy to train. These sweet […]
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.”