What happens if a puppy lacks sugar (glucose)?

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A puppy lacking sugar may show symptoms of hypoglycemia, such as lethargy, diarrhea, vomiting, lowered body temperature, coma, convulsions, and drooling. If not handled promptly, the puppy’s heartbeat will gradually weaken and its breathing will slow, and in severe cases it can die at any moment.

Dogs can convert other nutrients from food into sugar, so owners do not need to feed extra sugar; just feed the puppy regular meals on a fixed schedule. If hypoglycemia symptoms appear, you can give the puppy a little glucose.

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