special care requirements to keep them active and healthy. If you are serious about becoming a responsible
chihuahua owner it is very important you are aware of HYPOGLYCEMIA. Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar,
is not a diease or a hereditary issue. It is a syndrome caused by tiny, active dogs being too playful, getting
too excited to eat properly, losing their appetites with all the excitment of a new home or just stress of
changing their environment. Also stress from vaccinations or worming will bring on sugar shock. Many times
your new puppy will bounce and play until they are compelety worn out! What happens in a case like this is
that the puppy's body uses up all the available sugar in its bloodstream for energy and has no reserve to
draw on like an older puppy would. As that occurs, the puppy loses it's appetite, making the problem worse,
as he/she does not eat to replenish it's engery needs. Remember that if a puppy is in bed with you it cannot
eat to keep it's blood sugar level up. Puppy's need their own bed. A puppy in the throes of low blood sugar may do
one or more of the following: Act lethargic, stagger, look glassy-eyed, trembles, appear weak or even be
unable to hold its head up. At this point it is important to get nourishment into your puppy immediately. You
can use moistened puppy food, canned puppy food, baby food, honey, or karo syrup in water. Nutrical is made
specificaly for this purpose and is easy to adminster. Please keep a tube of Nutrical on hand at all times. Putting
the Nutrical directly into the puppy's mouth and encouraging him/her may bring back his/her appetite.
Sometimes he/she will need more encouragment for the next meal or two. It is very important to monitor your
new puppy and make sure it eats every few hours. Hypoglycemia that goes undected will cause the puppy to
become weak and even pass out. To prevent this, keep a tube of Nutrical handy and give your puppy some
4-5 times a day, especially after exciting playtimes. With a little extra care, these new babies do just fine and
are spunky little dogs you've always wanted. This information is not intended to replace the advice of your
veterinarian. If you suspect your puppy has become hypoglycemic, I always suggest you treat it with Nutrical
first and then seek medical attention immediately. Giving the Nutrical can save a puppy even on the trip to
the Vet's office.
Historically, the Chihuahua developed in Mexico and the United States has displayed a "soft spot" on the top of
the head. In the Chihuahua this spot, or fontanel, is known as a MOLERA; and is the same as that found in
human babies. In the past years, this molera was accepted as a mark of purity in the breed. and it is still
mentioned in most Chihuahua breed standards the world over. It is important to note that while many Chihuahua
puppies are born with the molera, there are probably just as many born with one and it's presence is nothing to
become alarmed about. The Molera in a Chihuahua will occur on the top of the head and may vary in shape and
size when present. Unfortunately, many lay people and some veterinarians are not familiar with the Chihuahua
have tried to link the mere presence of a molera with the condition known as hydrocephalus. This has caused
many new-comers to the breed serious concern and undo worry. THE TRUTH IS THAT A DOMED HEAD
WITH A MOLERA PRESENT DOES NOT PREDISPOSE THE CHIHUAHUA TO THIS CONDITION. Along
with the observations of devoted breeders over the years, there is adequate medical evidence to support this
statement.
I_________________________________have read and understand what to do in the case that my puppy developes
hypogylcemia. I agree to provide veterinary care for my puppy if it shows any symptoms of hypoglycemia. I will
not hold Wadesweelittlepups responsible in the case that my puppy has a hypogylcemic episode.