HYPOGLYCEMIA (low blood sugar):
Hypoglycemia is a common occurance to all small breed puppies. Low blood sugar is a condition in which the level of blood sugar drastically drops. Weakness, confusion, unsteady gait, frothing or drooling from the mouth, or in exteme cases a seizure are all possible signs of hypoglycemia. The puppy may go into a state of shock and, if not cared for properly and quickly, may die. If your puppy has any of these symptoms contact your veterinarian immediately! It is usually a result of stress due to environmental change and/or negligence of proper care by the puppies owner. A puppy going to a new home may not always eat adequate amounts of food to compensate for his/her levels of energy simply because he is afraid of his new environment. Your puppy must get adequate rest to prevent stress induced hypoglycemia. Play time must be limited to 30 minutes for every four hours of rest. Activity may be increased with the puppies maturity and growth. When you arrive home with your puppy put 1/4 to 1/2 inch of Nutra-stat or Nutra-cal on the end of your finger and insert it into your puppies mouth 3 times a day for 2 days, then decrease to 2 times a day for 2 days, and 1 time a day for 2 days. Nutri-Stat or Nutri-Cal are nutritional supplements high in sugar which help to prevent stress related hypoglycemia. Following 6 days of Nuti-Sat or Nutri-Cal, if your puppy is eating well and has adjusted to his/her new environment you may stop giving Nutra-cal. You will need to provide your puppy with a small area for nap time such as a crate or box to prevent stress from too much activity. Hypoglycemia is a rare condition after a puppy reaches 12 weeks of age or weighs over two pounds.
POTTY TRAINING YOUR NEW PUPPY:
Doing an effective job of potty training your puppy from the beginning will save you many headaches and help you and your family to better enjoy your new found pet. Immediately upon arrival to his new home, introduce your puppy to the special place inside or out where your puppy will learn to do his business. Always walk your puppy to his potty place on a leash. Reward 'a job well done' with a tear from a tiny piece of puppy jerky. Your puppy will learn quickly that his reward comes only when the job is finished. The odor left from previous visits will mark the spot as a reminder for the puppy. Take your puppy after his nap, after eating, after play and before being put to bed. We suggest using the "crate method" for potty training. You can find this method described by clicking on the following link: NetPets.
Remember, these puppies are small and when they go, they go fast! You must keep an eye on them at all times, just like you wouldn't leave a toddler alone in a room you shouldn't leave your puppy alone.
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