SHIPPING
I get lots of questions about shipping a puppy, mostly about the safety aspect of the trip. It is very safe when certain precautions are
taken, and I have not yet experienced any travel related problems. The most important factor is the weather conditions.
Temperatures should be between 45 and 85 degrees for ideal shipping conditions.
We will send your puppy in a crate sized for his/her comfort, and include soft absorbent liners in case of accident.
When you pick up your puppy it is a good idea to take him out and let him stretch his legs and give him a love before putting him back
in the crate for your trip home from the airport. While he is out of the crate, you can take that opportunity to wipe down the inside
(baby wipes are good for this) in case he has messed it during his trip. Bring a clean towel or newspapers to replace the soiled material.
It is a good idea to bring a tube of Nutri-cal which may be purchased at a pet supply store. This is a concentrated gel which contains lots
of nutrients which will perk him up after his trip. Just squeeze it out on your finger and he will lick it right off, as it is a tasty treat for
him as well as being nutritious. A little Karo syrup will have a similar effect. Bring some bottled water along, as he may be thirsty.
Puppies must be at least eight weeks of age to be shipped. They will be vet checked and have a health certificate taped to the shipping
crate. They will have already had their first set of puppy shots, but please bring them to your vet for a checkup at the soonest time
possible. Your puppy will have a health guarantee, but it will be void if you do not care for him properly.
We want your new companion to be with you for a long and healthy life.
My # 1 choice for shipping  my puppies is the Continental Airlines, but sometime even Delta or another airlines.
Due to the increase in fuel prices and airfare, shipping is now $ 250.00 - $ 300.00.
HYPOGLYCEMIA
Hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, is a disorder that occurs mainly in small
breed puppies between six and twelve weeks of age. It is often precipitated by stress and can occur without
warning (if the puppy is susceptible). It might appear after the puppy misses a meal, chills,
becomes exhausted from playing, or has a digestive upset.
These upsets place an added strain on it's energy reserves and bring on the symptoms.
Hypoglycemia is a real threat to these tiny puppies, watch for your puppy
to become tired or droopy. The first signs are those of listlessness and
depression. They are followed by muscular weakness, tremors, and later convulsions, coma and even death. The
puppy may appear depressed or may be weak, wobbly and jerky, or the puppy may be found in a coma.
If your puppy has any symptoms of hypoglycemia you must act fast. If the puppy is awake, give it Nutrical, or
Karo syrup by mouth. You should see signs of improvement in thirty minutes. If no improvement, then call your
veterinarian. If the puppy is unconscious it should be taken to the veterinarian at once.
Prevent Hypoglycemia from happening by allowing only twenty minutes of play at a time, followed by rest or sleep.
Do not allow the puppy to overtire at first. Supervise closely with children to make sure puppy is getting enough
rest. Keep puppy warm, don't let it become chilled.
He has been living with the temperature in the room of 75 to 80 degrees.
Prevent attacks by feeding a high quality kibble diet. I use and
recommend Eukanuba puppy food. See that puppy eats at least every 4 hours and more often if he is very small.
Keep dry food and water available at all times. If puppy does not eat, you can mix a little Mighty Dog canned
(lamb and rice) with the Eukanuba to encourage it to eat. You can give 1/2 teaspoon of Nutrical or syrup morning
and night for the first couple of days to help prevent the low blood sugar that can come with the excitement and
stress of going to a new home.