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:Hypoglycemia In Puppies
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Hypoglycemia in puppies is a central nervous system disorder caused by low blood sugar. It occurs in toy puppies at six to twelve weeks of age. Stress is one of the main causes of hypoglycemia. It seems to occur in small puppies more than bigger puppies. Teacup puppies must replenish their energy more often than bigger puppies. They may be picky about their food too. Meat or canned dog food may have to be added to their food to tempt the puppy to eat.
Hypoglycemia signs and symptoms are listlessness and depression. The next signs are muscle weakness, tremors, and later convulsions, coma and death. The puppy may have one or more symptoms. Learning the symptoms of hypoglycemia can save your puppy’s life.
Canine hypoglycemia occurs without warning. It can happen when a puppy is placed in a new home, shipped or misses a meal. Illness is can al.so cause it. A sick puppy loses its appetite.
Treatment involves restoring blood glucose levels. Repeated or prolonged attacks can cause permanent damage to the brain. If the puppy is awake give him Nutri-Cal, Gatorade or Karo Syrup in water by mouth. It should start to improve in 20-30 minutes. Nutri-Cal is a good source of food and vitamins too. It should be given 3-4 times a day to prevent low blood sugar levels.
To prevent recurrent attacks feed a premium dog food and add sugar or Nutri-Cal to it. The puppy should be fed at least four times a day and on schedule. It should be fed ever four to five hours. You mix some canned dog food and goats milk together. Sometimes baby food such as baby beef or cereal in a jar will tempt a puppy to eat.
Be sure you do not let the puppy play too much and over exert itself. Overexertion leads to low blood sugar.
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