How much glucose should be fed to a four-month-old puppy at one time? Feeding too much may have side effects

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How much glucose should be fed to a four-month-old puppy at one time? Feeding too much may have side effects

How much glucose should be fed to a four-month-old puppy at one time?

A four-month-old puppy should be fed 1 to 2 tablespoons of glucose at a time. It is best to mix it with some distilled water; it can help the dog quickly replenish its physical strength; note Do not overfeed. Excessive glucose will cause damage to the dog's teeth, increase the dog's metabolic burden, and cause adverse reactions such as diarrhea.

Precautions for feeding glucose to puppies

When puppies are in hypoglycemic shock, they can take oral glucose and other rescue measures to rescue them, but do not overdose. Generally, 50% glucose is used. Calculate, take about 0.5-1ml per kilogram of body weight orally after dilution. It is not recommended to take glucose orally to supplement energy. Although glucose is easier to absorb, it is better for puppies to supplement their own energy needs through food.