Stay Calm & Check Your Puppy
Check for signs your puppy may have low blood sugar.
- Weak or limp
- Cold or trembling
- Glassy-eyed
- Wobbly or collapsed
- Unresponsive
Emergency Steps
What to do when your puppy is weak, cold, shaky, collapsed, or unresponsive.
Fast action can save your puppy's life. Stay calm, warm your puppy, apply Pup-Lift to the gums or under the tongue, and monitor closely while you prepare to contact your veterinarian.
Act within minutes
Early action makes the biggest difference.
Warmth matters
Gentle warmth helps stabilize recovery.
Small amounts, repeated as needed
Use tiny amounts and repeat as needed.
Immediate Action
Step-by-Step Guide
Dose & Frequency
What Not To Do
Aftercare
Emergency Warning Signs
Warm the Puppy
Wrap your puppy in a soft blanket and hold against your body. Use gentle warmth, never heat.
Administer Pup-Lift
Place a very small amount on the gums or under the tongue. Rub gently.
Repeat Small Amounts if Needed
Repeat tiny amounts every 3-5 minutes as needed until your puppy starts responding.
Once Alert, Offer Food
Once awake and able to swallow, offer a small meal or food. Do not feed if weak.
Monitor Closely
Watch your puppy closely for 30-60 minutes. Keep warm and comfortable.
Contact a Veterinarian
Call immediately for severe symptoms, worsening signs, or no improvement.
Dose & Frequency
- Use a small smear or a few drops at a time.
- Do not flood the mouth.
- Rub gently on gums or under the tongue.
- Repeat every 3-5 minutes as needed.
- Once alert, offer food.
DO
- Keep puppy warm.
- Use small amounts.
- Rub on gums or under tongue.
- Watch breathing.
- Call the vet if needed.
DO NOT
- Do not pour large amounts into the mouth.
- Do not force swallowing.
- Do not wait too long if severe.
- Do not let puppy get chilled.
- Do not leave puppy unattended.
Emergency Warning Signs ♡
Seizures
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Collapse
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Blue or Very Pale Gums
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Inability to Swallow
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Unresponsiveness
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Repeated Episodes
These signs need immediate veterinary care. Do not wait.
Call Your Vet Immediately
Proceed to emergency care without delay.
Aftercare: What to Do Next ♡
Warm & Observe
Keep warm for at least 30-60 minutes.
Feed a Small Meal
Offer a balanced meal once alert.
Keep Monitoring
Watch closely for the rest of the day.
Follow Up With Vet
Schedule a check-up if needed.
Hypoglycemia is preventable with careful feeding, warmth, observation, and prompt action. It is not covered under the health guarantee because it is considered preventable.This page is emergency first-aid guidance and does not replace veterinary care.
Frequently Asked Questions ♡
View All FAQs →How often should I repeat Pup-Lift?
Repeat every 3-5 minutes as needed until your puppy starts responding.
What if my puppy is cold?
Warm gently with blankets and body heat. Avoid direct or high heat.
When should I go to the emergency vet?
Go immediately for seizures, collapse, unresponsiveness, or no quick improvement.
What if my puppy improves and then declines?
Repeat steps and contact your vet right away.