Papillon Health Issues
Due to the Papillons size people, myself alike, don’t give them enough credit for being strong, these little dogs are a lot stronger than they look, however, like all dogs, the breed is known for its ailments and are prone to certain illnesses.
Loose Palette, Slipped Trachea
Also known to some as, the reverse sneeze or loose palette. This causes your Papillon to make a quake like noise, in fact it is known as the term “goosing”. I am told by my vet it does not put the dog in any distress, more so the owner. The Papillon tends to stiffen up and holds its head high in the air and it can be very alarming if you are unaware of the condition.
I have spoken to many Papillon owners about this and have been reassured that it is nothing to worry about. There is nothing really that you can do for certain to stop this from happening. I have found that excitement, strong wind or cold weather causes my Papillon to do this, sometimes it will clear within minutes, however I have had experiences that lasted close to an hour.
Some methods that I have been advised of and some of which I find to have worked are:-
- Garlic tablets/Powder
- Gently hold your hand over the dogs nose
- Place the bridge of the dogs nose in-between the thumb and the first finger, in the V and push gently down so the chin is on the chest and hold for a few seconds.
- Gently rub the throat and chest area in a small circular motion.
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Hayfever
Other conditions I personally have faced was when my Papillon was just a puppy, 14 weeks old to be exact. He suffered horrendously from hayfever, however the vet did not diagnose this for close on 4 weeks.
The hair surrounding his eyes was lost and caused almost a bulging effect, his face was permanently wet, he was uncomfortable and very tired. I visited the vet on several occasions and they passed it off as many things, charging me each time for anti-inflammatory injections, painkillers, antibiotic etc.
It wasn’t until I changed vets for a second opinion I found that he had hayfever, simple as that. I know give him piriton when it flares up and he is completely fine, to run in the field.
- Dose: 1 tablet from a “4 a day” pack for humans.
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