Postpartum Hypocalcemia Symptoms in Dogs

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Postpartum hypocalcemia in dogs generally occurs about 15 days after delivery, usually without any symptoms, and suddenly onset. The dog will appear restless, very excited, gait restraint, sometimes howling continuously, standing unsteadily, muscle twitching all over the body, foaming at the mouth, and difficulty breathing. The body temperature will rise to above 40 degrees, and some can reach above 42 degrees, and the mucous membranes can be seen to be cyanotic. Most dogs will twitch incessantly and may die within hours if left untreated.

How to deal with postpartum hypocalcemia in dogs:

1. Intravenously inject 10-20 ml of 10% calcium gluconate injection, 10-20 ml of 5% glucose injection, and 100-150 ml of compound sodium chloride injection, once a day, for 3 to 5 days will be healed.

2. After the dog's symptoms disappear, it is recommended to give it calcium tablets or bone soup, and also feed some cod liver oil.

3. If the dog gives birth to many puppies, it is recommended that the owner separate the mother dog from the puppies and breastfeed them regularly.

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