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yorkiemomiee · 07-03-2005, 12:59 PM

I wolk up this morning and everything was fine, we went about doing our regular routine, Kiko had his breakfast we went outside for a little walk. It was just after lunch time and was finishing the last stiches on the little bed I made for him. I get up to go to the kitchen and my little tail didn't follow me for the first time. He stayed laying down, I wasn't alarmed right away but I found it wierd since he always follows me around the house and I was getting used to it. I turned and called to him and he didn't move so I went to him talking to him as I picked him up, even though he was looking at me, he was very limp. I tried to put him down in a sitting position and he just fell over. I called my husband and when he took him into his arms Kiko's head was drooping!! I freaked out!! It sounded just like the post "Riley had vaccines now has head droop" posted by dianebezdek. What was worse it seemed like he was fading! It's hard to explain but it seemed like he wasn't with us or was fighting to be with us. I was hysterical, the vet I had been to wasn't open today and all the yellowpage listings I called were closed too. Then he started to vomit yellow goo and then sieze! I went nuts crying and my husband panicked. I went to my computer praying to find a vet's office that was open to help us. I went throught the yahoo listings called about seven numbers and kept getting an answering maching until finally I dialed a number and they said they were open and only ten minutes away! We jumped in the car and were on our way there when Kiko who already looked like he was starring into space started to make a paddling motion with his feet he had done it twice by the time we got to the office. As soon as I got there I handed him to the vet's assistant who turned from a welcoming smile to serious concerned look and took him away. It was horrible, my baby was gone and I didn't know what the heck was going on or if he was going to live. Anyway they were wonderful and the vet told me he was having a hypoglycemic attack. They took very good care of him especially Phil the assistant. We are soooooooo happy that he is now doing much better. The vet gave me some prescribed diet wet food (he said to worry about dry food when he's better) and nutri-cal. I am soo glad we found this vet and that he was open and that it didn't happen tomorrow because everything will be closed tomorrow! I will continue to go to this vet's office they were super nice especially Phil. I hope this thread helps someone in the future if there puppy starts to show the same symptoms.

schatzie · 07-03-2005, 01:12 PM

Oh my heart just stopped reading your story about Kiko. What a relief that everything turned out ok. Thank goodness you found a vet close by who could give him such great care.

Many hugs to Kiko.

dianne · 07-03-2005, 01:14 PM

thank god kiko is okay it was a very upseting reading this post my thoughts are with you. Just a tip for yorkie talkers always know exactly what vets are on and what emergency vets are open 24 hours Ive been caught a few times.

dianne

chachi · 07-03-2005, 01:16 PM

I am glad Kiko is doing better. That sounds terribly scary. Its a good thing you found a vet so close open.

scrappymomma · 07-03-2005, 01:17 PM

OMG what a relief you found a vet that was open. Im glad Kiko is feeling better....and you too.

LoveMyBaby · 07-03-2005, 01:19 PM

Omgdns i would have freaked out too ... good to hear you found a vet and that your baby is doing better.

red98vett · 07-03-2005, 01:24 PM

GOOD thing you are that good a mom and noticed him not with you and picked him up !!

What a big scare for all of you and I'm SO GLAD he's ok - When we first got Chanel we scoped out ALL The vets in the area - it's good to have a list but then panic sets in and man - you go blank with panis - GOOD for you that he's ok - What a scare ...keep that nutracal going and I'm sure he'll be fine - but I'd be hysterical too - BIG Hugs to little Kiko !

yorkiemomiee · 07-03-2005, 01:33 PM

Thank you all for your kind words and I learned my lesson, the vet gave me two numbers of offices that wil be open tomorrow just incase. You are right Dianne and Villette it's good advice to yorkie parents to have emergency numbers ready ahead of time!

Shelbies heart · 07-03-2005, 01:33 PM

That same thing happened to my baby Mia and luckily the breeder warned me about hypoglacima and gave me nutri cal. I too panicked but hurried and gave her the nutri cal and she came out of it. It is the most scarry thing! Thank God your baby is fine now, sometimes they are not as lucky as the two of us are.

yorkieusa · 07-03-2005, 01:47 PM

I'm very glad your baby is better. I keep this saved on my desktop and thought I'd share it with you:

Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, is a disorder that occurs mainly in small
breed puppies between six and twelve weeks of age. It is often precipitated by stress and can occur without warning (if the puppy is susceptible). It might appear after the puppy misses a meal, chills, becomes exhausted from playing, or has a digestive upset. These upsets place an added strain on it's energy reserves and bring on the symptoms.

Hypoglycemia is a real threat to these tiny puppies, watch for your puppy
to become tired or droopy. The first signs are those of listlessness and
depression. They are followed by muscular weakness, tremors, and later convulsions, coma and even death. The puppy may appear depressed or may be weak, wobbly and jerky, or the puppy may be found in a coma.

If your puppy has any symptoms of hypoglycemia you must act fast. If the puppy is awake, give it Nutrical, or Karo syrup by mouth. You should see signs of improvement in thirty minutes. If no improvement, then call your veterinarian. If the puppy is unconscious it should be taken to the veterinarian at once.

Prevent Hypoglycemia from happening by allowing only twenty minutes of play at a time, followed by rest or sleep. Do not allow the puppy to overtire at first. Supervise closely with children to make sure puppy is getting enough rest. Keep puppy warm, don't let it become chilled. Your Yorkie puppy is a house dog and should not be living outdoors.

Prevent attacks by feeding a high quality kibble diet. We use and
recommend Eukanuba puppy food. See that puppy eats at least every six to eight hours. More often if he is very small. Keep dry food and water available at all times. You can give 1/2 teaspoon of Nutrical or syrup morning and night for the first couple of days to help prevent the low blood sugar that can come with the excitement and stress of going to a new home.

http://www.fantasyyorkies.com/Hypoglycemia.html

Annadoodle · 07-03-2005, 01:53 PM

Oh my goodness! I know you were frightened to no end...
I'm so glad she is doing better...
Keep the nutrical going...
I'm thinking of you...

Joy 1 · 07-03-2005, 02:30 PM

I am soooooo glad he is better. Keep us posted. Was it his blood sugar?
Joy, Nikki and Baby Chloe

Bella0722 · 07-03-2005, 02:47 PM

I am sorry to hear about your furbaby. I would have been scared out of my mind. Thank goodness there was a vet open and who was nice and helpful. But....I am glad he's doing better. Keep us posted on his progress.

txshopper73 · 07-03-2005, 03:37 PM

Nutrical is the first thing I recommend to all yorkie owners. You are very lucky to have your baby still here with you. It doesn't take long at all once their sugar level starts to drop. Glad that your baby is okay!!!

Joy 1 · 07-03-2005, 04:27 PM

do you give your baby Nutrical everyday when you first bring them home?
Is it like a half cc once a day, or just when you feel they need it? I also heard that you can get something that is close to Mothers Milk to add to their dry food. Heard of that? I will be getting baby Chloe very soon and I quess my breeder will tell me everything I need to know( also my Vet) but its so good to be able to get other opinions. Thanks,
Joy, Nikki and Baby C

hloe

07-03-2005, 12:59 PM	#1
yorkiemomiee Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 109	Huge scare! I wolk up this morning and everything was fine, we went about doing our regular routine, Kiko had his breakfast we went outside for a little walk. It was just after lunch time and was finishing the last stiches on the little bed I made for him. I get up to go to the kitchen and my little tail didn't follow me for the first time. He stayed laying down, I wasn't alarmed right away but I found it wierd since he always follows me around the house and I was getting used to it. I turned and called to him and he didn't move so I went to him talking to him as I picked him up, even though he was looking at me, he was very limp. I tried to put him down in a sitting position and he just fell over. I called my husband and when he took him into his arms Kiko's head was drooping!! I freaked out!! It sounded just like the post "Riley had vaccines now has head droop" posted by dianebezdek. What was worse it seemed like he was fading! It's hard to explain but it seemed like he wasn't with us or was fighting to be with us. I was hysterical, the vet I had been to wasn't open today and all the yellowpage listings I called were closed too. Then he started to vomit yellow goo and then sieze! I went nuts crying and my husband panicked. I went to my computer praying to find a vet's office that was open to help us. I went throught the yahoo listings called about seven numbers and kept getting an answering maching until finally I dialed a number and they said they were open and only ten minutes away! We jumped in the car and were on our way there when Kiko who already looked like he was starring into space started to make a paddling motion with his feet he had done it twice by the time we got to the office. As soon as I got there I handed him to the vet's assistant who turned from a welcoming smile to serious concerned look and took him away. It was horrible, my baby was gone and I didn't know what the heck was going on or if he was going to live. Anyway they were wonderful and the vet told me he was having a hypoglycemic attack. They took very good care of him especially Phil the assistant. We are soooooooo happy that he is now doing much better. The vet gave me some prescribed diet wet food (he said to worry about dry food when he's better) and nutri-cal. I am soo glad we found this vet and that he was open and that it didn't happen tomorrow because everything will be closed tomorrow! I will continue to go to this vet's office they were super nice especially Phil. I hope this thread helps someone in the future if there puppy starts to show the same symptoms. __________________ ~Kiko my little ray of sunshine~ ...........................Denise Kiko.............................

07-03-2005, 01:12 PM	#2
schatzie *Moderator Emeritus* Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tontitown Arkansas Posts: 4,909	Oh my heart just stopped reading your story about Kiko. What a relief that everything turned out ok. Thank goodness you found a vet close by who could give him such great care. Many hugs to Kiko. __________________ ~~~~ Schatzie and Ransom ~~~~

07-03-2005, 01:14 PM	#3
dianne YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 1,002	thank god thank god kiko is okay it was a very upseting reading this post my thoughts are with you. Just a tip for yorkie talkers always know exactly what vets are on and what emergency vets are open 24 hours Ive been caught a few times. dianne

07-03-2005, 01:16 PM	#4
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	I am glad Kiko is doing better. That sounds terribly scary. Its a good thing you found a vet so close open. __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

07-03-2005, 01:24 PM	#7
red98vett Yorkie Kisses are the Best! Donating Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston TX Posts: 33,590 Blog Entries: 1	GOOD thing you are that good a mom and noticed him not with you and picked him up !! What a big scare for all of you and I'm SO GLAD he's ok - When we first got Chanel we scoped out ALL The vets in the area - it's good to have a list but then panic sets in and man - you go blank with panis - GOOD for you that he's ok - What a scare ...keep that nutracal going and I'm sure he'll be fine - but I'd be hysterical too - BIG Hugs to little Kiko ! __________________ Villette, Chanel & Cheri www.DesignsByVillette.net Custom Address Labels and Note Cards using YOUR Photos! Just Click HERE!

07-03-2005, 01:17 PM	#5
scrappymomma Currently Suspended! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Oregon Posts: 697	OMG what a relief you found a vet that was open. Im glad Kiko is feeling better....and you too.

07-03-2005, 01:19 PM	#6
LoveMyBaby My Teeny Lil Super Guy Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 1,177	Omgdns i would have freaked out too ... good to hear you found a vet and that your baby is doing better.

07-03-2005, 01:33 PM	#8
yorkiemomiee Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 109	Thank you all for your kind words and I learned my lesson, the vet gave me two numbers of offices that wil be open tomorrow just incase. You are right Dianne and Villette it's good advice to yorkie parents to have emergency numbers ready ahead of time! __________________ ~Kiko my little ray of sunshine~ ...........................Denise Kiko............................. Last edited by yorkiemomiee; 07-03-2005 at 01:37 PM. Reason: misspell

07-03-2005, 01:33 PM	#9
Shelbies heart YT Addict Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Louisville, Kentucky Posts: 258	That same thing happened to my baby Mia and luckily the breeder warned me about hypoglacima and gave me nutri cal. I too panicked but hurried and gave her the nutri cal and she came out of it. It is the most scarry thing! Thank God your baby is fine now, sometimes they are not as lucky as the two of us are.

07-03-2005, 01:47 PM	#10
yorkieusa Crazy about Kacee! Donating Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 21,173	I'm very glad your baby is better. I keep this saved on my desktop and thought I'd share it with you: Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, is a disorder that occurs mainly in small breed puppies between six and twelve weeks of age. It is often precipitated by stress and can occur without warning (if the puppy is susceptible). It might appear after the puppy misses a meal, chills, becomes exhausted from playing, or has a digestive upset. These upsets place an added strain on it's energy reserves and bring on the symptoms. Hypoglycemia is a real threat to these tiny puppies, watch for your puppy to become tired or droopy. The first signs are those of listlessness and depression. They are followed by muscular weakness, tremors, and later convulsions, coma and even death. The puppy may appear depressed or may be weak, wobbly and jerky, or the puppy may be found in a coma. If your puppy has any symptoms of hypoglycemia you must act fast. If the puppy is awake, give it Nutrical, or Karo syrup by mouth. You should see signs of improvement in thirty minutes. If no improvement, then call your veterinarian. If the puppy is unconscious it should be taken to the veterinarian at once. Prevent Hypoglycemia from happening by allowing only twenty minutes of play at a time, followed by rest or sleep. Do not allow the puppy to overtire at first. Supervise closely with children to make sure puppy is getting enough rest. Keep puppy warm, don't let it become chilled. Your Yorkie puppy is a house dog and should not be living outdoors. Prevent attacks by feeding a high quality kibble diet. We use and recommend Eukanuba puppy food. See that puppy eats at least every six to eight hours. More often if he is very small. Keep dry food and water available at all times. You can give 1/2 teaspoon of Nutrical or syrup morning and night for the first couple of days to help prevent the low blood sugar that can come with the excitement and stress of going to a new home. http://www.fantasyyorkies.com/Hypoglycemia.html Last edited by yorkieusa; 07-03-2005 at 01:50 PM.

07-03-2005, 01:53 PM	#11
Annadoodle A Yorkie Touched My Heart Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: "soon to be" MO Posts: 1,550	Oh my goodness! I know you were frightened to no end... I'm so glad she is doing better... Keep the nutrical going... I'm thinking of you... __________________ Melissa & "Sophie Girl" Support Our Troops Supporting Courtney's Fight

07-03-2005, 02:30 PM	#12
Joy 1 Chloe's Mommy Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,016	I am soooooo glad he is better. Keep us posted. Was it his blood sugar? Joy, Nikki and Baby Chloe

07-03-2005, 02:47 PM	#13
Bella0722 YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 940	I am sorry to hear about your furbaby. I would have been scared out of my mind. Thank goodness there was a vet open and who was nice and helpful. But....I am glad he's doing better. Keep us posted on his progress. __________________ ~Bella, General Patton, Lipstik, Darwin, Sizzle and Maria~

07-03-2005, 03:37 PM	#14
txshopper73 Donating YT 14K Club Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Texas Posts: 14,226 Blog Entries: 1	Nutrical is the first thing I recommend to all yorkie owners. You are very lucky to have your baby still here with you. It doesn't take long at all once their sugar level starts to drop. Glad that your baby is okay!!! __________________ As always...JMO (Just My Opinion) Kimberley

07-03-2005, 04:27 PM	#15
Joy 1 Chloe's Mommy Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 1,016	do you give your baby Nutrical everyday when you first bring them home? Is it like a half cc once a day, or just when you feel they need it? I also heard that you can get something that is close to Mothers Milk to add to their dry food. Heard of that? I will be getting baby Chloe very soon and I quess my breeder will tell me everything I need to know( also my Vet) but its so good to be able to get other opinions. Thanks, Joy, Nikki and Baby C hloe