2 week old puppy having problems breathing

by Julie
(Lancaster,California,US)

My 2 week old puppy has started to show signs of having problems breathing.

She will not eat from her mother, she has been crying very loudly, and is slowly panting. What can i do to help her?



Hi Julie
In new born puppies or very young puppies like this, there's really not anything you can do yourself unless you know for sure what the problem is.

I'd strongly recommend that you take this little girl to your veterinarian right away. It sounds as though she may have an infection, or have inhaled some fluid into her lungs. This can result in pneumonia and death if left untreated.

She's in distress and only your vet can help I'm afraid. I wish you the best of luck and hope this little one makes a full recovery.