*  What Is hypoglycemia in chihuahuas ? 

              It’s when there blood sugar is low 

*    What are the symptoms ? 

             * Wobbling when either standing or sitting 

             * A blank stare or glassy eyes 

             * Obvious signs of being disoriented 

             * Having trouble lifting head

             * Often dogs will tilt their head to one side as if their head is very heavy on one side

             * Your dog may shake badly, Drool and froth at the mouth as the low blood sugar progresses 

             * Seizures 

             * Anxiety, restlessness 

             * Loss of appetite 

             * Increased hunger 

     Causes :

* High stress situations

* Harmful drug interactions such as heartworm medication 

* Infections 

     Home Treatments :

These tips for home treatment are only to get your chihuahua up and about. Always follow up with your veterinarian.

* Honey

* Vanilla ice cream 

* Karo syrup 

* Nutri-Cal 

You can avoid bouts of hyperglycemia by feeding your chi regularly with a good quality  dog food. We at Precious Gems recommend free feeding.

Have you noticed your Chihuahua wheezing, gasping or making similar hacking-like sounds? A lot of owners automatically assume the worst when their Chihuahua begins to experience one of these episodes, and as a result, they may hastily rush them to a nearby emergency veterinarian where they rack up bills in excess of $1,000. The fact is however, that wheezing (AKA reverse sneezing) is an all-too-common occurrence in the Chihuahua Breed.

Even if your Chihuahua hasn’t experienced one of these episodes yet, it’s still important to educate and familiarize yourself with this condition, as it’s one of the most common health problems that may arise in your Chihuahua, and reverse sneezing is one of these conditions. Only then can you rest assured knowing that you have the ability to keep your Chihuahua safe and comfortable when they begin wheezing. 

         Reverse Sneezing/Wheezing-Signs To Look For

Most owners will find it pretty easy to identify reverse sneezing/wheezing episodes in their Chihuahua. Although some Chihuahuas may exhibit slightly different behavior during an episode, most of them will stop what they are doing, tilt their head down and beg to hack, gasp and wheeze like they are struggling to breath. Thankfully, though, Chihuahuas are still able to breath during this process, so it may appear more frightening than what it actually is. Some owners compare this to a cat trying to hack up a hair ball, only there’s physical comes up once your Chihuahua is done hacking.

Watching your Chihuahua gasping for air like they are unable to breath is a frightening experience for any owner.some owners who have never seen these wheezing episodes may frantically try to clear their Chihuahuas airway, which only creates more discomfort in the process. Others may rush their Chihuahua to the veterinarian thinking something more severe is at hand. As a result, these owners are left with pricey veterinarian bills and no actual treatment for the problem. In all actuality, reverse sneezing/wheezing are common in the Chihuahua breed, and they sound much worse then they are.

          Causes of Reverse Sneezing/Wheezing 

To understand what’s causing these reverse sneezing/wheezing episodes in Chihuahuas, you must first look at the area where it’s happening. Although the name suggests that it’s related to sneezing, it’s actually caused by an irritation of the soft palate in the roof of their mouth. If your able to see the inside of a Chihuahuas mouth, you’ll notice a hard palate that’s located at the roof of their mouth, while the soft palate extends off the side. A reverse sneezing/wheezing episode is believed to be caused by an irritated or misaligned soft palate, which is also known as a pharyngeal spasm.

         Common causes of reverse sneezing/wheezing:

* Drinking or eating too much too fast.

* Overly excited from playing, given treats or otherwise.

* Allergic reactions or extreme sensitivity to dust, pollen or other air pollutants.

* Pulling on their leash when they are wearing a tight collar.

* Using harsh cleaners chemicals in the house may cause your Chihuahua to experience an episode.

* Polyps (blood-filled sacks) located in or around their throat and mouth.

* Infestation of nasal mites.

* Growth deformities, such as excessive soft palate tissue.

While some owners may be able to identify the root cause of their Chihuahuas reverse sneezing/wheezing episodes, most of the time there won’t be any noticeable cause. It’s recommended that you try to determine if any of the causes listed above are triggering your Chihuahua to experience an episode, and if they are, you should try to remedy the problem.

         How to Treat a Reverse Sneezing/Wheezing Episode 

Unfortunately, there’s no known cure for the reverse sneezing/wheezing episodes in the Chihuahuas and other small dogs. Taking them to the veterinarian usually ends up being a waste of money, as your Chihuahuas episode will likely pass on its own, long before you even reach the vet. With that being said, there are a couple things owners can do to help calm and comfort your Chihuahua when they are wheezing.

when you see your Chihuahua gasping for air during an episode, get down on the floor and gently massage their neck with your hand. Just place your hand firmly on their neck and rub it in a clockwise motion. As long as you aren’t using to much force, a gentle massage should shorten the length of the spasm. Alternatively, some owners have found that pinching their Chihuahuas nostrils shut also tends to help shorten episodes.the logic behind this is that Chihuahuas are forced to breath through their mouth when their nostrils are closed; therefore, it Normalizes their breathing cycle.

some veterinarians may also recommend giving your Chihuahua Benadryl or some over the counter medication if they believe allergies are they cause of their episodes. Before giving your Chihuahua ANY medication, talk with your vet to make sure it’s safe.

          Video of a Chihuahua Reverse Sneezing 

Check out the Video for an accurate demonstration of what a reverse sneezing/wheezing episode looks like in a Chihuahua. As you can see, the Chihuahua stops in their tracks and begins to cough and hack like gasping for air. Unless you know otherwise, one might assume that the Chihuahua is suffocating, but thankfully this isn’t the case. Most Chihuahuas will begin to breath and act normal again in 15 to 30 seconds.