Nervous new Yorkie mom

[TennesseeDeb]

Hi everyone! I'm so glad I found this sight. I travel to Canada tomorrow to pick up my new baby. Does anyone have any advice for how to take care of a pup on a 14 hour road trip?

[SirTeddykins]

Wow, that's a very long trip!


I only travelled 2 hours to get my Teddy but this is what I brought:


blankets
crate
box
wipes in case of car sickness
food
water - you can bring bottled water and pour it out into a bowl you bring along...
number for emergency vet just in case of road accidents etc
breeder address/name/number


I'm sure others will have some advice for you.


Good luck!

[yorkiemini]

Good luck with your trip and new pup!

Might want some nutracal on hand

[yorkiemini]

One other thought -- since he/she does not have all their shots look out for where you put the pup down. Rest areas have tons of poop everywhere and you don't want to expose the pup to other dogs right now.

[TennesseeDeb]

Thanks for the suggestions. I should have purchased a pup closer to home but I had recently lost my rescue Yorkie on Oct 1 due to cancer and I saw a picture of this pup's mom and she looked so much like Sassy that I just had to have her. My husband was suppose to travel with me but now he can't so I'm going alone. The pup is 8 weeks old. I've been reading about hypoglycemic being a possible issue. Has anyone had experience with this?

[TennesseeDeb]

Thanks for the suggestions. I wouldn't have purchased a pup so far from home but when I saw the pup's mom's photo she reminded me of my Sassy who I lost on Oct 1 due to cancer. My husband was suppose to go with me but now I'm going alone so I am very nervous. Has anyone had experience with hypoglycemic symptoms?

[jadabug]

Well hello neighbor!! I live in Newport!!! No advice on the traveling but good luck and Bret wishes on your new baby.

[Einstein1]

Pee pads for puppy's crate. A leash and collar if he's not too awfully small. Puppy should be exposed to leash and collar by 12 weeks. How old will the puppy be ?
AND YE'S WATCH FOR POSSIBLE PARVO EXSPOSURE SITE AT REST STOPS. Not Yelling. Just emphasizing.

[thelittleyorkie]

Originally Posted by TennesseeDeb

Thanks for the suggestions. I wouldn't have purchased a pup so far from home but when I saw the pup's mom's photo she reminded me of my Sassy who I lost on Oct 1 due to cancer. My husband was suppose to go with me but now I'm going alone so I am very nervous. Has anyone had experience with hypoglycemic symptoms?

I copied and pasted this from one of our YT members's page here:

Hypoglycemia

Hypoglycemia is a common problem in small breed dogs like Yorkshire Terriers. The definition, symptoms, and treatment for hypoglycemia is outlined.

Hypoglycemia is a common ailment in toy breed dogs like Yorkies. Hypoglycemia is low blood sugar. The pancreas makes the hormone insulin, when there is too much insulin the body can develop hypoglycemia. Yorkies and other toy breed dogs can develop hypoglycemia even when they are healthy because they don't have the fat stores to use for energy, and their liver can not produce enough sugar to use as energy.

Symptoms of hypoglycemia: Symptoms include but are not limited to: Slow heartbeat and breathing, weak, sleepy, disoriented, wobbly, glassy eyed, and seizures. In some cases pets may lose consciousness and fall into a coma. Pets can die from hypoglycemia if they do not receive treatment.

Diagnosing hypoglycemia: Your veterinarian can diagnose hypoglycemia with a quick blood test that checks your pets blood glucose or blood sugar.

Treatment: Staying consistent with a feeding and exercise schedule will help avoid the dangers of hypoglycemia. If you are worried about your pets blood sugar levels, for hypoglycemia: If you notice your pet is acting wobbly or weak try giving some treats or canned food, anything you know your pet will eat. If your pet won't eat, try giving it some NUTRICAL, or Karo syrup. Rub the syrup on the gums and under the tongue if your pet is unconscious. If your pet is not unconscious and can swallow you can give the sugar with a needleless syringe. If your pets blood sugar drops it may also begin to suffer with hypothermia, so you'll need to help keep your cat or dog warm with a hot water bottle and blankets. A milk jug filled with steaming hot water makes a good hot water bottle in a pinch. This treatment can also work with puppies and kittens who are failing to thrive. After giving initial first aid get your pet to your veterinarian immediately.

Diabetics and hypoglycemia: If diabetics are given to much insulin they can develop hypoglycemia. Diabetic pet owners should monitor their dog or cat closely for signs of hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia call your veterinarian.

Additional information: If you own a toy breed dog you should feed 4 small meals a day to help avoid hypoglycemia. Also leave food and water down 24/7. Some owners mix Karo syrup in the drinking water, if you do this the water should be changed daily to avoid bacteria growth. Hypoglycemia is very dangerous and can kill a dog or cat if left without treatment.

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by TennesseeDeb

Thanks for the suggestions. I should have purchased a pup closer to home but I had recently lost my rescue Yorkie on Oct 1 due to cancer and I saw a picture of this pup's mom and she looked so much like Sassy that I just had to have her. My husband was suppose to travel with me but now he can't so I'm going alone. The pup is 8 weeks old. I've been reading about hypoglycemic being a possible issue. Has anyone had experience with this?

8 weeks is too young, the pup needs to stay with it's mother until 12 weeks. In my opinion it is also way to long to travel with that young of a pup especially alone so no one can monitor the pup.

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by Einstein1

Pee pads for puppy's crate. A leash and collar if he's not too awfully small. Puppy should be exposed to leash and collar by 12 weeks. How old will the puppy be ?
AND YE'S WATCH FOR POSSIBLE PARVO EXSPOSURE SITE AT REST STOPS. Not Yelling. Just emphasizing.

A leash should never be hooked to a small dogs collar ever.

[Maximo]

Congratulations on your new pup! Wishing you a safe and happy trip. Good suggestions above on what to bring. Maybe add piddle pads?

Having a harness small enough to safely hold such a young pup might not be possible. To be honest, I had a collar and leash when I drove Max home as a tiny pup. He didn't want to move an inch when I put him on the ground, so there was no concern of him tugging on the leash.

Originally Posted by yorkiemini

One other thought -- since he/she does not have all their shots look out for where you put the pup down. Rest areas have tons of poop everywhere and you don't want to expose the pup to other dogs right now.

When I got out of the car at a rest stop, a very thoughtful woman came running over and advised me not to put my puppy on the ground just anywhere.

[gemy]

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Originally Posted by TennesseeDeb

Hi everyone! I'm so glad I found this sight. I travel to Canada tomorrow to pick up my new baby. Does anyone have any advice for how to take care of a pup on a 14 hour road trip?

</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>STOP DO NOT GO&gt;&nbsp;&nbsp; THis pup can't travel to the States without a Rabies Vaccination!!!&nbsp; New law was passed by the CDC.&nbsp; Earliest you can get one is 3 months old -&nbsp; then they can travel to the States at 4 months old!!</p><p><br></p><p>I shall try to link my thread on this one!<br>
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[gemy]

the link to the thread about the new regulations:


http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/gen...-dogs-usa.html


Wow this was widely dessiminated to all breeders, registries, and breed clubs..........


If I can have my YT friends pm her or ping her or something! 12 hrs is a very long trip to be turned back at the border!


Who is your Ontario Breeder?

[thelittleyorkie]

Oh dear, I didn't see the part about the 8 weeks. A 12-14 hour car ride is much too long for a much too young puppy.

Gemy, where did you see that the breeder the OP was getting her pup from was in Ontario? I know there's a reputable breeder in Ontario (Rigair Yorkies), but that is probably not the one that OP is getting her new pup from.