Yorkie Hypoglycemia Survival Guide

Yorkshire Terrier puppies suffering from hypoglycemia are not just “fainting from hunger.”
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13 Warning Signs of Deadly Hypoglycemia in Yorkies

Not all shivering means your dog is cold! If you see any of these signs, check blood sugar immediately:

• ✅ Dilated pupils
• ✅ Pale gums (healthy gums should be pink!)
• ✅ Body temperature below 37°C (Use a rectal thermometer — forehead thermometers are inaccurate!)
• ✅ Paralysis in hind legs + drooling (a sign of impending collapse)

Did You Know? Why Yorkies Are the “Hypoglycemia Kings”

1️⃣ Genetic flaw：Their liver stores only 1/10 the glycogen of large dogs. Just 4 hours without food can be life-threatening!

2️⃣ Metabolic trap：Yorkies burn energy 3× faster than cats of the same weight. Missing a meal can cause a crash.

3️⃣ High-risk behaviors：

• ✖️ Skipping meals after a bath
• ✖️ Fasting on vaccine day for weight loss
• ✖️ Replacing full meals with snacks or nutrient gel

[Home Emergency Rescue SOP] Every Minute Counts!

STEP 1: Give 5% Glucose Solution Orally

• Formula: Bodyweight (kg) × 2ml (e.g., a 0.5kg pup needs 1ml)
• Quick fix: Buy oral glucose solution at a convenience store (must be diluted — see Image 3)

STEP 2: Heat Gently to Stabilize

• ❌ NO blow dryers or electric blankets (they increase metabolism!)
• ✅ Wrap in foil thermal blanket (takeout bag works too!)
• ✅ Stick a heat pack outside the dog bed (use 2 layers of towel to prevent burns)

STEP 3: Get to the Vet Immediately

• 📸 Bring a recent poop photo (to rule out parasites)
• 📋 Bring a feeding log (vet will calculate caloric deficit)

[Prevention Plan] Stop Sudden Death Before It Starts

🕒 Feeding Schedule
7:00 ｜12:00｜18:00｜22:00｜2:00 AM (midnight snack)

Calorie Formula
Puppy daily calories = bodyweight (kg) × 60 kcal
(e.g., 0.5kg = 30 kcal ≈ 8g of kibble)

🎒 Emergency Kit Checklist

• ✔️ Glucose gel (rub directly on gums)
• ✔️ Mini thermos (fill with 40°C glucose water)
• ✔️ Digital thermometer (avoid mercury type!)

Fun Fact

Your Yorkie puppy’s metabolism at night is 2× faster than during the day — the bedtime meal must account for 40% of total daily calories!