| Purchasing our Yorkshire Terrier Pups |
| Are you interested in a Cloverdale Yorkie pup? |
While we would love to keep each and every one of our little darling puppies,
unfortunately, we cannot. We do have puppies available from time to time. Female
Yorkies are harder to come by because there just aren't as many born as males and often
they are kept by the breeder. Please give equal consideration to male and female puppies.
The males do not mark if they are neutered when they are young and have not learned
that practice yet! Males are just as loving (if not more so) as the females. Males tend to
want to be with you more. On occasion, we do have tiny puppies. We however, do not
breed for that particular size on purpose.
unfortunately, we cannot. We do have puppies available from time to time. Female
Yorkies are harder to come by because there just aren't as many born as males and often
they are kept by the breeder. Please give equal consideration to male and female puppies.
The males do not mark if they are neutered when they are young and have not learned
that practice yet! Males are just as loving (if not more so) as the females. Males tend to
want to be with you more. On occasion, we do have tiny puppies. We however, do not
breed for that particular size on purpose.
Keep in mind that the term widely used describing some Yorkshire Terriers as Tea Cups is
NOT a term that reputable breeders use. There is NO SUCH THING as a teacup
Yorkshire Terrier! These are terms that certain breeders use to increase interest in their
dogs (and most always the price). If you would like information on "SO CALLED" Tea
Cup pups click on the link below.
NOT a term that reputable breeders use. There is NO SUCH THING as a teacup
Yorkshire Terrier! These are terms that certain breeders use to increase interest in their
dogs (and most always the price). If you would like information on "SO CALLED" Tea
Cup pups click on the link below.
I am asked quite often if Yorkshire Terriers are toy, standard, teacup, babydoll or
miniature. The Yorkshire Terrier is in the TOY group in the American Kennel Club.
Some Yorkies are smaller than others. The breeds preferred standard weight for the
Yorkshire Terrier, recommended by American Kennel Club, should be between 4 and 7 lbs.
If and when we do have tiny pups, we most certainly do not refer to them as "Tea-Cups".
miniature. The Yorkshire Terrier is in the TOY group in the American Kennel Club.
Some Yorkies are smaller than others. The breeds preferred standard weight for the
Yorkshire Terrier, recommended by American Kennel Club, should be between 4 and 7 lbs.
If and when we do have tiny pups, we most certainly do not refer to them as "Tea-Cups".
We will only sell pups with papers for show/breeding if they are of breeding/show quality.
Prices are not determined until the pups are evaluated for structure, soundness, health
and temperament. All pet quality puppies papers are retained by me. All pet quality pups
are sold under a strict spay/neuter contract.
Prices are not determined until the pups are evaluated for structure, soundness, health
and temperament. All pet quality puppies papers are retained by me. All pet quality pups
are sold under a strict spay/neuter contract.
Our Yorkies are American Kennel Club (AKC) registered. We maintain strict records and
adhere to the Code of Ethics that the AKC has put forth for us as breeders. Our Yorkies
and pups are healthy, beautiful, sound and have loving, wonderful temperaments. We
temperament test our pups at 45 days. Temperament testing helps us match our pups to
the family's that wish to adopt them.
adhere to the Code of Ethics that the AKC has put forth for us as breeders. Our Yorkies
and pups are healthy, beautiful, sound and have loving, wonderful temperaments. We
temperament test our pups at 45 days. Temperament testing helps us match our pups to
the family's that wish to adopt them.
Our pups are raised in our home. They have their own puppy room where they stay until
they are old enough to be with the others. When they are old enough, they are moved to
the family room to be properly socialized. In their puppy room they have music, television
for stimulation and a 2 compartment whelping box for the beginning of early potty
training. We feed them only the highest quality puppy foods to ensure they have the best
start in life.
they are old enough to be with the others. When they are old enough, they are moved to
the family room to be properly socialized. In their puppy room they have music, television
for stimulation and a 2 compartment whelping box for the beginning of early potty
training. We feed them only the highest quality puppy foods to ensure they have the best
start in life.
I will put interested parties on a waiting list. A $200.00 deposit is required to hold a
puppy and is NON-REFUNDABLE. If you would like your deposit to go towards a future
litter, that is acceptable. The balance is due in cash or certified funds when the puppy is
picked up. I WILL NOT take deposits before the puppy reaches 8 weeks of age. After
that, I will take your deposit to hold your puppy until it reaches it's proper age to leave.
Deposits are taken on a first come first serve basis for picking out your puppy. That
means, whomever gives us the first deposit has the first pick after we has chosen any
puppy we want may want to keep. You must read this page and fill out an adoption
questionnaire with references before an appointment will be made to come see any
available pups.
puppy and is NON-REFUNDABLE. If you would like your deposit to go towards a future
litter, that is acceptable. The balance is due in cash or certified funds when the puppy is
picked up. I WILL NOT take deposits before the puppy reaches 8 weeks of age. After
that, I will take your deposit to hold your puppy until it reaches it's proper age to leave.
Deposits are taken on a first come first serve basis for picking out your puppy. That
means, whomever gives us the first deposit has the first pick after we has chosen any
puppy we want may want to keep. You must read this page and fill out an adoption
questionnaire with references before an appointment will be made to come see any
available pups.
Our puppies are guaranteed to be in excellent health when they leave our home. They are
guaranteed for 1 year against life threating congenital defects. Exceptions are patellar
luxation or tracheal collapse because of environmental issues.
If a congenital defect is found or death should occur, you must notify me immediately. In
the event of death of puppy, the Buyer (at Buyer's expense) must provide us a letter
stating cause of death from the attending veterinarian along with a copy of necropsey
report. If the cause of death is found to be due to a congenital medical condition, a
replacement puppy of the same quality will be arranged.
If one is not available at that time, I will replace it from the next litter of equal quality.
All veterinary bills are the responsibility of the buyer.
guaranteed for 1 year against life threating congenital defects. Exceptions are patellar
luxation or tracheal collapse because of environmental issues.
If a congenital defect is found or death should occur, you must notify me immediately. In
the event of death of puppy, the Buyer (at Buyer's expense) must provide us a letter
stating cause of death from the attending veterinarian along with a copy of necropsey
report. If the cause of death is found to be due to a congenital medical condition, a
replacement puppy of the same quality will be arranged.
If one is not available at that time, I will replace it from the next litter of equal quality.
All veterinary bills are the responsibility of the buyer.
We sell our pups at 12 weeks of age, sometimes later if they are small. They will have
been vet checked once or twice, had their first set of shots, are wormed 3 times, fecal
tested, ears and eyes checked and are structurally evaluated.
We put a great deal of time, money, love and attention into our breeding program. We
have a small breeding program so puppies are not always available. We reserve the right
to not let a puppy go to it's forever home until we and our vet are in agreement that it is
ready to leave our home. Under our contract, you must take your new baby to your vet
within (3) days of adoption.
been vet checked once or twice, had their first set of shots, are wormed 3 times, fecal
tested, ears and eyes checked and are structurally evaluated.
We put a great deal of time, money, love and attention into our breeding program. We
have a small breeding program so puppies are not always available. We reserve the right
to not let a puppy go to it's forever home until we and our vet are in agreement that it is
ready to leave our home. Under our contract, you must take your new baby to your vet
within (3) days of adoption.
Yorkshire Terriers can be HIGH MAINTAINENCE especially if you keep them in coat!
Yorkies aren't for everyone so do your homework. We encourage our buyers to come and
sit with the pups. Your puppy will pick you as much as you pick them! They will steal
your heart ... be careful!!
Yorkies aren't for everyone so do your homework. We encourage our buyers to come and
sit with the pups. Your puppy will pick you as much as you pick them! They will steal
your heart ... be careful!!
In order to give our pups the best possible start in their new homes we send a puppy care
package that includes a book containing useful information about the Yorkshire Terrier
breed, some valuable information on grooming, feeding, potty training, and how to tape
the ears if it is necessary.
Also included are Wee Wee pads for training, our contract, the pups health records, AKC
registration papers (pending spay/neuter if necessary) and a list of books on Yorkshire
Terriers that we recommend. We supply a bag of food with our pups and a toy that they
love. New things are added to the puppy packs everytime! They will be groomed,
perfumed, and ready to go!
package that includes a book containing useful information about the Yorkshire Terrier
breed, some valuable information on grooming, feeding, potty training, and how to tape
the ears if it is necessary.
Also included are Wee Wee pads for training, our contract, the pups health records, AKC
registration papers (pending spay/neuter if necessary) and a list of books on Yorkshire
Terriers that we recommend. We supply a bag of food with our pups and a toy that they
love. New things are added to the puppy packs everytime! They will be groomed,
perfumed, and ready to go!
If you are a puppy mill, a broker or a pet store you need not bother wasting my time. I
ABSOLUTELY will not sell to you. Cloverdale Yorkies maintains the right to change
these conditions at any time as we see fit. Cloverdale Yorkies reserves the right (at any
time) to refuse to sell to anyone we feel is not right for our puppies.
ABSOLUTELY will not sell to you. Cloverdale Yorkies maintains the right to change
these conditions at any time as we see fit. Cloverdale Yorkies reserves the right (at any
time) to refuse to sell to anyone we feel is not right for our puppies.
The following is a list of items you should acquire prior to bringing a new Yorkie companion into
your home.
Crate - Vari-Kennel, plastic airline type crates are light weight and easy to clean. The more
open, epoxy coated wire crates with a removable tray may be nice for females - - but are
ineffective for housebreaking male dogs (they leg lift and piddle out through the wires); metal
crates are also rather heavy for travel use. Airline type crates also provide
Leash - We prefer the nylon leashes, which can be purchased in a variety of colors to match the
adjustable dog collars. Do not use retractable leads as they have a tendency to hit the dogs in the
head if they accidentally are let go of.
Collar – We do not recommend collars other than for bling! We suggest extra small harnesses.
The newer nylon adjustable harness’s that "grow" with the puppy are great. The extra small is a
good fit for the typical Yorkie throughout his/her lifetime. Identification tag for collar/harness.
Food and Water Bowls - Stainless steel works well, and is light weight for ease of cleaning and
travel. We find the 1/2 qt. size works nicely for Yorkies. Ceramic bowls are wonderful for home
use, especially for water, but too heavy for travel convenience. Plastic bowls are not a good choice
because they tend to grow algae and are not easy to sanitize.
Treats - Healthy, bite-sized treats for training and rewards.
Dry Kibble (dog food) – Natural Balance high quality dry kibble petite race (small breed puppy)
is acceptable for the Yorkie. Keep the protein levels around 25%. If you decide to change foods
just remember to make any changes in diet gradually to avoid digestive upsets. Feed a
puppy/growth formula until your Yorkie reaches maturity. Totally avoid generic brands as they
are usually not nutritionally complete. I also use a probiotic every week to keep the intestinal
flora balanced. I use Forti Flora. Use this in case of loose stools as well. You sprinkle it on the
food. It is listed on my contract!
Safe "Chew" Items - Nylabone, gumabone and nylafloss products are excellent, safe outlets for
your puppy's need to chew, as are smoked cow or lamb ears, and cow hooves in moderation. Heavy
knotted or pressed rawhide chews will also keep your Yorkie entertained for hours; however,
rawhide products must be used with caution, as some dogs will try to swallow large pieces and
could choke or experience digestive problems. Pig ears and related items; these can cause upsets
due to the excessive grease, and recently have been shown to carry salmonella bacteria.
Toys – Anything that does not have anything they can choke on. Beanie Babies are not a good
choice because of the beans.
Chris Christensen Brushes - For regular grooming of these long hair Yorkies.
www.chrissystems.com
They are expensive but well worth it. Here is the reason for the difference!
Do The Tip Test: Take the brush you have been using and run the pins down your arm and you
will see scratches on your arm. This is because those brushes have not been ground and polished
and they are very damaging and irritating to the skin of your canine and not only to the skin, for
if you were to look at those tips under a magnifier you would find that they look like blades of a
saw and they do break and cut hair. In many cases when you see dander after brushing it is not
dander at all, it is skin that you have grated off while brushing, just like the scratches you now
have on your arm. Take that brush that you have just scratched your arm with and do it a
hundred strokes like you brush you canine and see how irritated and flaky your skin will be after
that experiment. Now, take any of Chris Christensen Systems brushes and run the pins down
your arm and you won't find a scratch, no matter how hard or how many times you run that brush
down your arm.
I use the MARK II SMALL HEAD SIZE, and the 20mm OBLONG BRUSH. I am a hair stylist
… these are the best of the best brushes.
Baby gate - or possibly an exercise pen. Look at Goodwill for baby gates. You can get one there
for around $3.00!
Cleaning Supplies for accidents! - Cleaners, disinfectants, odor neutralizer, air freshener, carpet
cleaner; consider getting a hand-held spot cleaning machine.
Nail Clippers - Toe nails need to be clipped every one to two weeks, depending on the Yorkie and
how much they naturally wear them down during daily activity. Plier types are the best. Make
sure the blade remains sharp, and discard or change blades when dull, as a dull blade will pinch
the nail and not cut as cleanly.
Kwik-stop Styptic Powder - Used to control bleeding, should you ( and you will!) accidentally cut
the "quick" when trimming nails.
BOOKS Book’s about breed information, home-medical reference for dogs, puppy care and
training, dog behavior.
The following items are ones which you may not immediately need, but may find helpful for the
future:
Dog Shampoo - Any tearless puppy shampoo is good to start with.
Dog Conditioner – I use Eufora which is a salon quality shampoo and conditioner that is aloe vera
based. For something that is more economical get Pantene Sleek and Smooth.
Bitter Apple - discourages chewing of inappropriate items.
Tooth Scaler - for occasional tartar removal.
Tooth brush and doggie toothpaste – Brush regularly for good oral hygiene.
Click here for a printable version of this or to copy and paste it!
your home.
Crate - Vari-Kennel, plastic airline type crates are light weight and easy to clean. The more
open, epoxy coated wire crates with a removable tray may be nice for females - - but are
ineffective for housebreaking male dogs (they leg lift and piddle out through the wires); metal
crates are also rather heavy for travel use. Airline type crates also provide
Leash - We prefer the nylon leashes, which can be purchased in a variety of colors to match the
adjustable dog collars. Do not use retractable leads as they have a tendency to hit the dogs in the
head if they accidentally are let go of.
Collar – We do not recommend collars other than for bling! We suggest extra small harnesses.
The newer nylon adjustable harness’s that "grow" with the puppy are great. The extra small is a
good fit for the typical Yorkie throughout his/her lifetime. Identification tag for collar/harness.
Food and Water Bowls - Stainless steel works well, and is light weight for ease of cleaning and
travel. We find the 1/2 qt. size works nicely for Yorkies. Ceramic bowls are wonderful for home
use, especially for water, but too heavy for travel convenience. Plastic bowls are not a good choice
because they tend to grow algae and are not easy to sanitize.
Treats - Healthy, bite-sized treats for training and rewards.
Dry Kibble (dog food) – Natural Balance high quality dry kibble petite race (small breed puppy)
is acceptable for the Yorkie. Keep the protein levels around 25%. If you decide to change foods
just remember to make any changes in diet gradually to avoid digestive upsets. Feed a
puppy/growth formula until your Yorkie reaches maturity. Totally avoid generic brands as they
are usually not nutritionally complete. I also use a probiotic every week to keep the intestinal
flora balanced. I use Forti Flora. Use this in case of loose stools as well. You sprinkle it on the
food. It is listed on my contract!
Safe "Chew" Items - Nylabone, gumabone and nylafloss products are excellent, safe outlets for
your puppy's need to chew, as are smoked cow or lamb ears, and cow hooves in moderation. Heavy
knotted or pressed rawhide chews will also keep your Yorkie entertained for hours; however,
rawhide products must be used with caution, as some dogs will try to swallow large pieces and
could choke or experience digestive problems. Pig ears and related items; these can cause upsets
due to the excessive grease, and recently have been shown to carry salmonella bacteria.
Toys – Anything that does not have anything they can choke on. Beanie Babies are not a good
choice because of the beans.
Chris Christensen Brushes - For regular grooming of these long hair Yorkies.
www.chrissystems.com
They are expensive but well worth it. Here is the reason for the difference!
Do The Tip Test: Take the brush you have been using and run the pins down your arm and you
will see scratches on your arm. This is because those brushes have not been ground and polished
and they are very damaging and irritating to the skin of your canine and not only to the skin, for
if you were to look at those tips under a magnifier you would find that they look like blades of a
saw and they do break and cut hair. In many cases when you see dander after brushing it is not
dander at all, it is skin that you have grated off while brushing, just like the scratches you now
have on your arm. Take that brush that you have just scratched your arm with and do it a
hundred strokes like you brush you canine and see how irritated and flaky your skin will be after
that experiment. Now, take any of Chris Christensen Systems brushes and run the pins down
your arm and you won't find a scratch, no matter how hard or how many times you run that brush
down your arm.
I use the MARK II SMALL HEAD SIZE, and the 20mm OBLONG BRUSH. I am a hair stylist
… these are the best of the best brushes.
Baby gate - or possibly an exercise pen. Look at Goodwill for baby gates. You can get one there
for around $3.00!
Cleaning Supplies for accidents! - Cleaners, disinfectants, odor neutralizer, air freshener, carpet
cleaner; consider getting a hand-held spot cleaning machine.
Nail Clippers - Toe nails need to be clipped every one to two weeks, depending on the Yorkie and
how much they naturally wear them down during daily activity. Plier types are the best. Make
sure the blade remains sharp, and discard or change blades when dull, as a dull blade will pinch
the nail and not cut as cleanly.
Kwik-stop Styptic Powder - Used to control bleeding, should you ( and you will!) accidentally cut
the "quick" when trimming nails.
BOOKS Book’s about breed information, home-medical reference for dogs, puppy care and
training, dog behavior.
The following items are ones which you may not immediately need, but may find helpful for the
future:
Dog Shampoo - Any tearless puppy shampoo is good to start with.
Dog Conditioner – I use Eufora which is a salon quality shampoo and conditioner that is aloe vera
based. For something that is more economical get Pantene Sleek and Smooth.
Bitter Apple - discourages chewing of inappropriate items.
Tooth Scaler - for occasional tartar removal.
Tooth brush and doggie toothpaste – Brush regularly for good oral hygiene.
Click here for a printable version of this or to copy and paste it!
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Puppy Care Sheet
Treat your new puppy as you would a new born baby. We recommend that you try to make
the first few days together with you puppy as calm as possible, remember this is a very
traumatic time for your puppy. A puppy will play until it drops. It may play so much that
it is too tired to eat, especially be aware of the amount of time children play with your
puppy. Beware of any changes in your puppies stool, stress can trigger Coccidia.
I feed my dogs the RAW DIET. My puppies are fed either The Honest Kitchen's Thrive or
Embark as well as some ground raw meat... either beef or chicken. If you are going to
change your pup over to a new food, then do so gradually. Some but not all puppies may
need to be supplemented with Nutri-cal for the first few weeks. And be sure they eat every
6 hours. Food & water should be available to your puppy at all times until he or she is 6
months the feed twice daily. If your puppy is being shipped they will be given Nutri-Cal
before they are shipped & you should give them some after they arrive & we also
recommend giving them a jar of chicken baby food to help keep their blood sugar level.
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is a health problem that affects many toy breeds of
puppies between 5 and 16 weeks of age, especially but not always limited to extremely tiny
dogs. Hypoglycemia is recognized by a healthy puppy suddenly becoming weak, listless,
depressed, unaware of its surroundings, and even unable to stand or walk.
Advanced stages include seizures before lapsing into a coma, which is sometimes followed
by death. If your puppy becomes hypoglycemic, it is very important that you react
IMMEDIATELY!!!
Give the puppy Nutri Cal, honey or Karo syrup. Administer the honey or syrup with an
eyedropper or syringe or if the puppy is too weak to take it, put it on your finger and rub
it on the roof of its mouth. ITS LIFE DEPENDS ON IT!!! Nutri Cal is a fast acting high
calorie supplement and may be given off of your finger. Keep the puppy warm at all times
and rub the puppy very easy, moving the head from side to side slowly rotating it, also
move the arms and legs so the puppy will not get stiff. It may be necessary to give the
puppy a couple of doses. If the puppy does not respond with in 3 to 5 min., GET IT TO A
VET IMMEDIATELY! Hypoglycemia can occur without warning if a puppy is placed in a
new home, misses a meal or is otherwise stressed. You must remember that puppies eat
very small amounts, yet they exert large amounts of energy. Your puppy should eat 3
times a day. DO NOT CHANGE THE FOOD FOR THE FIRST FEW WEEKS. If you
wish to change food later do so gradually, after the puppy has adjusted to its new home
and life. Remember that if there is a problem with Hypoglycemia, it will usually happen
during the first few weeks while the puppy is adjusting, and that puppy will outgrow this
as it becomes adjusted.
Stages of Hypoglycemia:
FIRST STAGE: Possible Signs are:
Not playful
Refuses to eat
PALE GUMS
LETHARGY*
Eyes look unusual
(stumbling, falling, staggering)
SECOND STAGE:
(Critical, seek Vet care)
Body becomes Limp
Puppy can no lift his head easliy
THIRD STAGE:
They becomes completely limp, the head may tilt backward and become stiff
Slow Heartbeat
Body Temp Drops
Mouth is stiff and gums become white
We recommend that you not leave your puppy alone for the first 48 hours so that you can
monitor his food and water intake this will combat any dehydration or hypoglycemia, after
the first 24 continue monitoring food and water intake. We also recommend giving your
new puppy at least 1 to 2 tbs. of can puppy food & 3 cc of Nutri Cal before bed and first
thing in the morning as this would be the times they would most likely stress. You may
even want to put some sugar in their water. Most important if they are is not eating find
something they will eat. Baby food chicken, boiled chicken, can dog food. In some cases
you may have to force feed them. Please call your vet if this is the case and then your
breeder.
If your puppy is not eating, has diarrhea, or is vomiting contact your vet or me
immediately!
Do not let your puppy play on the ground until they have had all their shots. They may
pick up an illness that could cost them their life! (ie Parvo virus) The treatment for parvo
cost any where from $200 to $1,000 it cost only $20 to $40 to have your vet protect him
with a shot. Remember they are not safe until 2 weeks after they have had all three shots.
So PLEASE keep them off the dirt.
Do not let your puppy jump off couches, chairs or any other high place. Their little bones
and knees can't take the stress.
Do NOT forget to keep up with your puppy's shots he must have them all for them to
protect him. I give Galaxy DA2ppv and kennel cough at 8, 10, and 12 weeks IF htey are
big enough. Don't forget to get their Rabies shots should be given at 16 weeks or later
depending on size. Your puppy should also be wormed continuously each month as
outbreaks may reoccur.
If your puppy has long hair please remember to keep his bottom shaved or trimmed. Some
times the stool can get caught in the hair and keep your puppy from being able to go
potty. This can cause serious problems and even death.
Never leave your puppy or dog in your car for any amount of time, even if the window is
cracked.
If you incur any problems with your puppies health call, your vet and your breeder
immediately! Vets are on call 24 hours a day if you need one and so am I.
Give them lots and lot's of LOVE ALWAYS..............
Click here for a printable copy of these suggestions... PUPPY CARE SHEET
Treat your new puppy as you would a new born baby. We recommend that you try to make
the first few days together with you puppy as calm as possible, remember this is a very
traumatic time for your puppy. A puppy will play until it drops. It may play so much that
it is too tired to eat, especially be aware of the amount of time children play with your
puppy. Beware of any changes in your puppies stool, stress can trigger Coccidia.
I feed my dogs the RAW DIET. My puppies are fed either The Honest Kitchen's Thrive or
Embark as well as some ground raw meat... either beef or chicken. If you are going to
change your pup over to a new food, then do so gradually. Some but not all puppies may
need to be supplemented with Nutri-cal for the first few weeks. And be sure they eat every
6 hours. Food & water should be available to your puppy at all times until he or she is 6
months the feed twice daily. If your puppy is being shipped they will be given Nutri-Cal
before they are shipped & you should give them some after they arrive & we also
recommend giving them a jar of chicken baby food to help keep their blood sugar level.
Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, is a health problem that affects many toy breeds of
puppies between 5 and 16 weeks of age, especially but not always limited to extremely tiny
dogs. Hypoglycemia is recognized by a healthy puppy suddenly becoming weak, listless,
depressed, unaware of its surroundings, and even unable to stand or walk.
Advanced stages include seizures before lapsing into a coma, which is sometimes followed
by death. If your puppy becomes hypoglycemic, it is very important that you react
IMMEDIATELY!!!
Give the puppy Nutri Cal, honey or Karo syrup. Administer the honey or syrup with an
eyedropper or syringe or if the puppy is too weak to take it, put it on your finger and rub
it on the roof of its mouth. ITS LIFE DEPENDS ON IT!!! Nutri Cal is a fast acting high
calorie supplement and may be given off of your finger. Keep the puppy warm at all times
and rub the puppy very easy, moving the head from side to side slowly rotating it, also
move the arms and legs so the puppy will not get stiff. It may be necessary to give the
puppy a couple of doses. If the puppy does not respond with in 3 to 5 min., GET IT TO A
VET IMMEDIATELY! Hypoglycemia can occur without warning if a puppy is placed in a
new home, misses a meal or is otherwise stressed. You must remember that puppies eat
very small amounts, yet they exert large amounts of energy. Your puppy should eat 3
times a day. DO NOT CHANGE THE FOOD FOR THE FIRST FEW WEEKS. If you
wish to change food later do so gradually, after the puppy has adjusted to its new home
and life. Remember that if there is a problem with Hypoglycemia, it will usually happen
during the first few weeks while the puppy is adjusting, and that puppy will outgrow this
as it becomes adjusted.
Stages of Hypoglycemia:
FIRST STAGE: Possible Signs are:
Not playful
Refuses to eat
PALE GUMS
LETHARGY*
Eyes look unusual
(stumbling, falling, staggering)
SECOND STAGE:
(Critical, seek Vet care)
Body becomes Limp
Puppy can no lift his head easliy
THIRD STAGE:
They becomes completely limp, the head may tilt backward and become stiff
Slow Heartbeat
Body Temp Drops
Mouth is stiff and gums become white
We recommend that you not leave your puppy alone for the first 48 hours so that you can
monitor his food and water intake this will combat any dehydration or hypoglycemia, after
the first 24 continue monitoring food and water intake. We also recommend giving your
new puppy at least 1 to 2 tbs. of can puppy food & 3 cc of Nutri Cal before bed and first
thing in the morning as this would be the times they would most likely stress. You may
even want to put some sugar in their water. Most important if they are is not eating find
something they will eat. Baby food chicken, boiled chicken, can dog food. In some cases
you may have to force feed them. Please call your vet if this is the case and then your
breeder.
If your puppy is not eating, has diarrhea, or is vomiting contact your vet or me
immediately!
Do not let your puppy play on the ground until they have had all their shots. They may
pick up an illness that could cost them their life! (ie Parvo virus) The treatment for parvo
cost any where from $200 to $1,000 it cost only $20 to $40 to have your vet protect him
with a shot. Remember they are not safe until 2 weeks after they have had all three shots.
So PLEASE keep them off the dirt.
Do not let your puppy jump off couches, chairs or any other high place. Their little bones
and knees can't take the stress.
Do NOT forget to keep up with your puppy's shots he must have them all for them to
protect him. I give Galaxy DA2ppv and kennel cough at 8, 10, and 12 weeks IF htey are
big enough. Don't forget to get their Rabies shots should be given at 16 weeks or later
depending on size. Your puppy should also be wormed continuously each month as
outbreaks may reoccur.
If your puppy has long hair please remember to keep his bottom shaved or trimmed. Some
times the stool can get caught in the hair and keep your puppy from being able to go
potty. This can cause serious problems and even death.
Never leave your puppy or dog in your car for any amount of time, even if the window is
cracked.
If you incur any problems with your puppies health call, your vet and your breeder
immediately! Vets are on call 24 hours a day if you need one and so am I.
Give them lots and lot's of LOVE ALWAYS..............
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