Toy Schnauzers
Toy
schnauzers are divided into two sizes, the teacup or micro-mini
which range between 2 ½ - 5 lbs and the regular toy size
which is between 6-10 lbs.. The only thing small about these dogs
it their size. They are absolutely fearless and every bit as active
as the larger size dogs. |
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 Mia |
 Lulu |
They are also susceptible to hypoglycemia attacks, particularly from birth thru about 4 months of age, so they must eat regularly. There is nothing any scarier than coming home from work to find your tiny little dog laying on the floor, unconscious, with teeth clenched and having to rush them to the emergency hospital because they have had a hypoglycemic attack.
Gretchen
I speak from firsthand experience – my little 4.4 (now)
lb. Gretchen had one and while I recognized the symptoms, she
didn’t respond to sugar water, karo syrup, etc. so I had
no choice but to rush her 35 miles (in 23 minutes!) to a clinic.
Once the doctor got an iv started, which is a challenge on a 2
lb. puppy, Gretchen was back on her feet within 10 minutes. She
simply hadn’t eaten properly that day. She has never had
another problem but I make sure she eats before I leave the house
every single morning. |
All of my smaller dogs believe their purpose in life is to get as much love and attention as they can possibly get and are frequently found perched on either side of my lap. The teacups really need someone at home with them most of the time or access to a doggie door as they have tiny bladders and cannot go for long periods of time without going to the bathroom. |
 Bella |
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