Puppyterriers
Our Ella Girl is Expecting!!
by Patricia Morgan on 03/28/13
Hi Folks!
PUPDATE! We just found out that our "Ella Girl" is expecting furbabies about April 17th!! She's gettin' bigger each day. We'll keep you all posted to her progress. Thanks for visiting us!!
Reba's babies...
by Patricia Morgan on 02/20/13
Hi there folks! our Reba had her babies are all are doing-growing real well. We are very thankful for that! We've had mushy food all over the place here, with the weaning in full swing! There was food on the babies heads, because 1 went head first tooo far into the bowl..lol we had to laugh. Then it was time to cleanup. Reba helped us there.These babies are learning how to play-socialize very fast.They are 6 wks. old now & love giving kisses! We would like to THANK our new owners for adding our furbabies to their families!! Til next Pupdate!...
Puppies are growing fast!
by Patricia Morgan on 01/20/13
Reba's Pups are growing so fast! We are expecting their eyes & ears to open up anytime now. They are all so plump & precious! Let me know if i can assist you?
Sincerely,
Patricia
Hypoglycemia~Low Blood Sugar
by Patricia Morgan on 01/09/13
Hypoglycemia is the medical term for blood sugar
concentration below normal levels. You
may have heard of people suffering from hypoglycemia, but did you know that
dogs can also suffer from it?
Hypoglycemia in Yorkies or underweight puppies can happen.
It is not a disease
but a potentially dangerous medical condition that you can prevent. Yorkies and other toy breeds are particularly
prone to canine hypoglycemia.
Symptoms
of Hypoglycemia in Dogs:
If your Yorkie
suffers from hypoglycemia you will be able to tell at once. Early signs of hypoglycemia in dogs include
weakness, confusion, frothing or drooling, and wobbly gait. The puppy may be shivering and trembling, and
the body temperature will drop. The gums and tongue will appear pale and
grayish white rather than a healthy pink.
As the condition
progresses the Yorkie may appear limp and lifeless. His eyes may become unfocused and
unresponsive. If not cared for properly
and promptly, Yorkie puppies can go into a coma or convulsions.
Causes of Hypoglycemia in Yorkies:
Transient Juvenile
Hypoglycemia in Yorkies is often caused by not eating. Generally, hypoglycemia can occur after just
eight hours of not eating. For small
puppies and toy breeds, it can occur in less time. If your Yorkie puppy does
not eat for a long period of time, a hypoglycemic attack is likely to
happen. Make sure your pet is eating in
regular intervals.
Puppies might not
eat, but it is never intentional. There can be many reasons why your Yorkie may
not be eating, including:
• Stress – Visiting a
veterinarian, traveling too much, change of home environment, a thunderstorm,
etc. are all things that add stress to your puppy and in turn he may not want
to eat.
• Activity and
Play –
If a puppy is more captivated with playing than eating then he may not
be getting the rest and nourishment he needs.
Every couple of hours, take away his toys and be sure he gets some food
and rest. Avoid over-handling young
puppies so they can get enough rest and sleep.
• Exposure to lower
temperatures for longer periods of time can cause hypoglycemia in dogs. A Yorkie’s body will adjust its body
temperature to compensate and this can lead to a change in metabolism. All of
which leads to hypoglycemia. Keep your
Yorkie in areas where it stays around 72 to 74 degrees.
• Illness – A sick
puppy may not want to eat. Your Yorkie
may have a fever due to a communicable illness, reaction to a vaccination,
congenital defect, etc. Bacterial infections or intestinal parasites can also
lead to loss of appetite.
Treatment :
When it comes to hypoglycemia in Yorkies, it is best to
avoid an attack in the first place. Make
sure your puppy gets enough rest and let him feed freely. You may also feed him 4 or 5 times a day with
a diet that is high in protein.
Always keep the right
room temperature. It’s important to know your Yorkie and his or her personality
as well as the routine they have. If your Yorkie shows symptoms of
hypoglycemia, treat it immediately before the condition gets worse.
To treat hypoglycemia
in dogs, the initial thing you have to do is elevate the blood sugar. Buying a
supplement such as NutriCal or NutriStat is the easiest way to do this. If you do not have any supplement on hand,
use any food that has sugar.
Put sugar in water or
use maple syrup, honey or Karo syrup to treat your Yorkie’s hypoglycemia. Place the supplement or sugar on the tongue
and gums. Make sure your puppy stays
warm. If necessary, wrap your puppy in a
blanket.
Lack of fluids and
hypoglycemia in Yorkies often go together.
If your puppy refuses to drink liquids then do your best to get fluids
inside him yourself. You can make use of
an eye dropper to get the necessary fluids into your Yorkie’s body.
A hypoglycemic puppy
will usually get better fast when given sugar.
If for some reason your Yorkie does not get well within a couple of
minutes, take the puppy to see the veterinarian right away.
If your Yorkie gets
better fast, give your vet a call and let them know what just happened to your
puppy. It’s important to try to find out
why your Yorkie had an attack. This way you can try to avoid an attack in the
future.
Hypoglycemia in
Yorkies rarely persist beyond age 4 or 5 months. If your adult Yorkie continues to suffer from
hypoglycemic attacks, he may be suffering from an underlying illness and should
be seen by your vet.
Grooming Tips...
by Patricia Morgan on 01/09/13
Grooming Tips ~
We wanted you to have a few tips to help you & new puppy transition easily, & for those that are just interested.
In order
for you to get familiar with your Yorkie, here are a few facts to help you.
Puppies have 23 baby teeth, most adults have 42 permanent teeth. As adult teeth
come in, they push baby teeth out of the mouth. You might occasionally find a
tooth on the floor. This is fine~normal. Your Vet. can assist you in this process also.
Teeth-
Clean your puppies teeth frequently. If he balks @ having his/her teeth
brushed, you can get him/her used to it by rubbing his gums & teeth with
your fingers. (We have begun this process, but as most things, this takes
getting used to.) Then put a little dog toothpaste on your finger & let him
sniff & lick it. Most dog toothpaste come in a variety of flavors. Ours seem to like the vanilla flavor. Do the
same with the toothbrush or “finger toothbrush”.
~
Rule of Thumb ~
The more you play, pet, brush, comb, rub the
ears, tail, legs, around the eyes, open the mouth, handle all areas of your new
puppy, he/she will just stand still when it’s comes time for grooming &/or
checking for issues. Along with commands like stay, sit, no, come & good,
makes it even better.
Make sure
to provide “chew toys” that will help your pup clean their teeth. If the toy
fits comfortably in his mouth, it’s too small to play with safely. Some cloth
& plastic toys can be dangerous, be sure to watch your pup closely with new
toys, then you can decide which is safe for him/her. Each pup is different how
they react & interact to toys. Ours like the knotted rope tug toys, KONG
type thick rubber toys filled w/peanut butter. To each his/her own preferences.
As your
pup/dog gets older he may have a tartar buildup that requires your Veterinarian
to do a special cleaning.
Ear
Cleaning~ Clean
ears once a month. Clean the outer part of the ear only, using a damp cloth or
a cotton swab soaked in mineral oil. Never force anything into the ear. If your
pup/dog starts scratching his ears & continues it, this could be ear mites,
dirt, fleas. A clue is to feel the ears, if one or both seem hot, this is a
good indicator for ear mites, fleas.
Your Vet Can tell the definite difference & treatment. Depending on owner & pup/dog, trimming
the ears around the ear flap, & the back of flap can be done by you or your
Vet. / groomer. It can keep excess
weight off the ears & also depends on your preference of appearance.
Trimming~ Trim under the tail & around the anus to
keep hair from blocking the anus. Your puppy has been exposed to this
experience. Lift the tail & don’t let him/her sit. Massage the back legs.
She should relax her legs with patience & puppy will get the idea that you
are not hurting him. The Yorkshire Terrier is very smart, a quick learner. They
can also be stubborn & try to outwit you. They also believe they are a
German Shepard! You are the pack leader.
If you
show it, your new yorkie will learn it.
Eye Cleaning~ Clean any slight discharges with a warm moist cotton ball. No harsh chemicals. See if there are any eyelashes growing into the eye, & have them trimmed.
Bathing~ your new puppy is used to bathing,
blow-drying-towel drying. New surroundings might temporarily slow this. Ease
him into this area. Allow the pup to smell the shampoo, hear the sounds of
water in the bath area. Let her stand in the bath water to adjust &
remember what is happening. There are so many types of shampoo on the market
today, it’s sometimes confuses a body!
We use
dog /puppy oatmeal shampoo, also a homemade shampoo, This is good for their skin. (To each his own). Massage well into skin
& lather. Rinse, followed by
conditioner for a soft, easy manageable coat. Do not bathe too frequently. The
yorkie coat is one layer, their hair is like that of humans. It can take away
the natural oils & leave the coat dry.
The
Yorkie Coat~ The coat on a yorkie is Hypo-allergenic. Remember to brush / comb
on a regular basis to distribute their natural oils, remove dirt, debris, &
to maintain a glossy, healthy coat.
We hope
that you experience “Puppy Love” as much as we do!
Need more answers? Give us a holler!
Sincerely,
Patricia Morgan (912)-690-3770
Healthy Foods for Yorkies...
by Patricia Morgan on 01/09/13
Hi All!
Certain
fruits and vegetables, such as onions, tomatoes, raisins, potatoes and grapes,
contain acids, seeds and enzymes that are highly toxic to dogs.
For this reason, you must use caution when
choosing healthy snacks to give to your dog. Some fruits and vegetables provide
excellent health benefits and can make wonderful supplements if used in
moderation.
Apples,
watermelon, bananas, broccoli, spinach, pears, grapefruit, mango,
Peas,
carrots, leafy greens, oranges, pumpkin. Given as a small snack.
Me again!
by Patricia Morgan on 01/09/13
Hi Folks! I am updating my blog. i've had a blog here for 2 years, but my site server accidentally deleted all my past blogs, so i am starting over. That's why you see just one blog post for now...:-)
Sincerely,
Patricia
