I have an 8 week old chiwinnie puppy that I just gave worm medication from a syringe. For his size I gave him 1/4 of a tsp. Since I gave it too him he has done a little gagging and making noise like he has the hiccups, however I'm wondering if he may have aspirated the fluid and wondering what should I do?
Optional Information: Type of Animal: 9wk old chiwinnie Gender: Male Age: 9wks Name of Animal: Diesel Already Tried: Nothing at this time, just watching him.
Welcome! I would be happy to assist you. I am a 2003 graduate from UC Davis and a Medical Director of a veterinarian practice.Hello, Nothing else to be done. If aspirated, it is a rather small amount and his lungs would need some time to eliminate it. As long as it is not causing any breathing "difficulty" you could monitor Diesel. If like hiccups, it may self resolve in the next 15 minutes. So, it all depends on what Diesel does over the next 15-30 minutes. If continuing to gag or hack, I would get into an ER vet. If it resolves, but persists intermittently tomorrow, I would still get into a vet. Otherwise, no other medication or treatment to offer. More important to closely monitor.Good LuckDr. Andy Please remember to leave feedback by selecting a SMILEY FACE followed by “Submit”. If for any reason the rating box is not visible or you are unable to enter a rating, please send me a message. This is necessary, so I may receive credit from the website for my response, even if you are a subscribing member. Receiving bonuses is also greatly welcomed. This is meant to be a chat, and for this reason, it is very important that you respond using the REPLY TO EXPERT button if more information is needed BEFORE rating. Only rate my answer when you are finished replying. IF you feel the need to rate "bad" or "poor", please stop and reply to me via the REPLY TO EXPERT button. I would be happy to continue assisting further, and do everything I can to be of the greatest assistance. After we conclude this chat, I can be requested for additional questions through my profile. Join thousands of satisfied customers by adding me to your bookmarks/favorites at: Dr. Andy REMEMBER: Even after you submit feedback, you can still review our discussion or reply if needed. Unfortunately, I cannot legally prescribe medications or offer a definitive diagnosis without performing a physical examination, which is necessary to establish a client-patient-doctor relationship. Any medical therapy and treatment should only be performed after an in-person examination with your veterinarian. While information may be discussed, this is not intended as an encouragement for you to self treat your pet.
It has been more than 30 minutes. He is not having difficulty breathing at this time but every 10-15 seconds he make this noise, somewhat like a snorting type noise. What would be signs of a problem with aspiration that should alert me to take him in tonight for an ER visit. He does not seem in any distress at this time, he has actually dozed off in my lap.
Signs:-Repeated coughing or hacking- coughing up any fluid- coughing so hard to induce vomiting- appearing like it is harder to inhale air- loss of appetiteDr. Andy Please remember to leave feedback by selecting a SMILEY FACE followed by “Submit”. If for any reason the rating box is not visible or you are unable to enter a rating, please send me a message. This is necessary, so I may receive credit from the website for my response, even if you are a subscribing member. Receiving bonuses is also greatly welcomed. This is meant to be a chat, and for this reason, it is very important that you respond using the REPLY TO EXPERT button if more information is needed BEFORE rating. Only rate my answer when you are finished replying. IF you feel the need to rate "bad" or "poor", please stop and reply to me via the REPLY TO EXPERT button. I would be happy to continue assisting further, and do everything I can to be of the greatest assistance. After we conclude this chat, I can be requested for additional questions through my profile. Join thousands of satisfied customers by adding me to your bookmarks/favorites at: Dr. Andy REMEMBER: Even after you submit feedback, you can still review our discussion or reply if needed. Unfortunately, I cannot legally prescribe medications or offer a definitive diagnosis without performing a physical examination, which is necessary to establish a client-patient-doctor relationship. Any medical therapy and treatment should only be performed after an in-person examination with your veterinarian. While information may be discussed, this is not intended as an encouragement for you to self treat your pet.
Experience: 2003 UC Davis Veterinary Grad