Shih Tzu - Reviving Lifeless Shih Tzu Puppies At Birth

Title: Shih Tzu – Reviving Lifeless Shih Tzu Puppies At Birth
Author: Connie Limon

If a Shih Tzu puppy's progress is impeded, staying too long in
the birth canal, it may be visibly lifeless. Some of these Shih
Tzu puppies may have a faint heartbeat but no respiratory
response. Others may show neither condition of life. A few
visibly stillborn Shih Tzu puppies will respond to efforts of
resuscitation.

Never blow into a gurgling Shih Tzu puppy's mouth! Never blow
into a Shih Tzu puppy's mouth and nose before it has first been
shaken-down. If you fail to shake a Shih Tzu puppy down before
resuscitation is attempted on a visibly stillborn Shih Tzu
puppy, you will force the amniotic fluid present into the Shih
Tzu puppy's lungs. The Shih Tzu puppy will die of asphyxiation,
drowning in its own life fluid.

First prepare a visibly stillborn Shih Tzu puppy for
resuscitation by using the bulb syringe and shaking-down method
several times to clear the airway as much as possible.

Wrap your hand around the Shih Tzu puppy's chest, your
fingertips against the rib cage just behind the elbow. Pump your
fingers two or three times in rapid succession to stimulate the
heart. This action expels the oxygen in the Shih Tzu puppy's
lungs. Quickly follow the pumping by covering the Shih Tzu
puppy's muzzle, mouth and nose with your mouth. Blow gently. Do
not blow too hard. You could rupture the Shih Tzu newborn's
delicate lung tissues. Do not blow air you have exhaled! Use
your cheeks only to gently push fresh air into the Shih Tzu
puppy's lungs. Give the Shih Tzu puppy four breaths, then repeat
the finger-pumping action over the lungs and heart. It may be
necessary to repeat these resuscitation measures of breathing
and pumping for as long as 20 or 30 minutes before the Shih Tzu
puppy may respond sturdily on its own.

Check the Shih Tzu puppy's color after four or five minutes of
resuscitation. Are the Shih Tzu puppy's pads and gums pink or
blue? If the gums are white or bluish white, it may be too late
to save this particular Shih Tzu puppy. If the Shih Tzu puppy's
gums and pads on the paws were pink at birth, and pink in
response to your resuscitation efforts, there is a chance the
Shih Tzu puppy can be revived.

Once the Shih Tzu puppy is resuscitated and breathing well on
its own, give the Shih Tzu puppy a final brisk toweling.
Thoroughly dry the Shih Tzu puppy, causing it to cry and use its
lungs. Give the Shih Tzu puppy back to its mother.

Identifying Puppies:

Nail polish to the Shih Tzu puppy's toenails can be used to
identify look-alikes. For example, the right front foot toenails
of one Shih Tzu puppy may be painted red, another Shih Tzu
puppy's painted in pink. The left forepaws on two other Shih Tzu
puppies, and the hind toenails on four additional sibling Shih
Tzu puppies is left. With two colors, eight Shih Tzu puppies of
the same sex and color may be readily identified from birth
onward.

Many Shih Tzu puppies born one color change as they grow. At
this time the Shih Tzu puppies no longer require identification
by nail polish. Do not enter into your notes or notebook the
birth colors of Shih Tzu puppies.

It is best for Shih Tzu puppies to begin nursing as soon as
possible. Some Shih Tzu puppies born vigorously have from the
time of birth a strong instinct of where to go and how to begin
nursing. Other Shih Tzu puppies will take time to begin nursing
and may require your assistance. The sooner a Shih Tzu puppy
nurses, the less chance there is of losing it.

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About The Author: Connie Limon. I raise Shih Tzu puppies from
top champion lines for pet owners and to approved homes for show
and/or breeding. Purchase online and sign up for our newsletter
at: http://www.stainglassshihtzus.com

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Dog Health Problems...Find Out Now

Title: Dog Health Problems...Find Out Now
Author: Noah Schettini

Dog Health Problems...Find Out Now
As a pet owner, it is an important responsibility on your
part to keep your dog healthy. You must bring your dog to
the vet regularly. Even a healthy puppy will require many
visits to the vet. Vaccinations, exams, worming, spaying,
neutering and flea control are a few of the things that
requires to be done to your dog on its first year of life
to protect it from disease and other dog health problems.

Your dog cannot tell you when it feels sick. It is very
important that you are familiar with your dog's normal
behavior. Any sudden change to his physical or social
behavior may signal the onset of a dog health problem, and
early detection may save your dog's life. If your dog gets
sick, take him to the vet right away. Veterinary care
protects your health as well as your pet's, as the dog may
carry a disease that can be transmitted to people. The most
dangerous and well-known transmittable disease by far is
rabies, a disease that causes almost certain death if not
treated immediately.

You should learn to recognize signs of illness in your dog.
A sick dog usually tires easily, drinks excessive amounts
of water and/or refuse to eat. Other signs may include
convulsions, fever, dry cough, runny or red eyes, and a dry
nose. Frequent vomiting and loose bowel movement may also
indicate a medical problem.

Parasitic worms are also a cause for concern as these
parasites cause various dog health problems. Blood tests to
check for heartworms should be included in your dog's
annual checkup. These parasites are transmitted by
mosquitoes and can cause serious illness. Your vet can
prescribe you medicine that will protect your dog against
heartworms.

Fleas and ticks are also a nuisance to your pet's health.
They can cause anemia or paralysis. Keeping your dog clean
and well groomed can help minimize this threat. Cleaning
and dusting your pet's quarters with flea powder weekly can
also help keep your dog free of fleas.

As an owner there are preventive measures that you can take
in order to prevent dog health problems from manifesting.
Make sure that you give your dog the best nutrition
possible in order for him to develop a shield against
common diseases associated with malnutrition or improper
diet. Keep your pet healthy and in shape by giving him
plenty of room and time to exercise. Follow your
veterinarian's vaccination schedule and regularly bring
your dog for check-ups in order to detect any early signs
of trouble. Give your dog its regular prevention medicine
for heartworm and other parasites. Always keep your dog
well-groomed and clean. Brush your dog's teeth or give it
a tooth cleaning treat every week to avoid any gum or
dental problems. Most of all, do not forget to give your
dog lots of affection and firm but fair discipline to help
keep him mentally healthy and happy.

Your vet can tell you more about common dog health problems
for your dog's particular breed, so make sure you ask about
them on your dog's next visit.

About the Author:

Want to learn more information on any dog health problems?
Then go to http://www.healthydogcareonline.com to find out.

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