I just did it for the first time today on my 14yr old Cat who was recently diagnosed w chronic kidney/pancreatitis. It's truly amazing how easy it is... this was a great video but noticed you didn't mention that the needle where there's the indent opening must always face up to allow fluid flow. This is as important knowing how to stick needle in. Depending on how fast you want the liquid to flow depends on the size of needle too... of course 18g would be faster since the opening is slightly larger then the 20g and Cats can use either or. I was given both sizes by my Vet to try. Just depends on the owner's preference. My Vet also said I can replace the line after 2 or 3 bag use. That it's completely fine. My cat was feeling so much better after administering the sub Q fluids. I truly enjoy all your wonderful videos on pet care. Thank you!
Dr. JONES..... Thank YOU so much for helping us help our pets by showing us step by step important medical techniques that we can handle ourselves, doing it properly and responsibly for more common procedures. THANK YOU for giving us your educational wisdom. I watch your videos over and over. EXCELLENT
@@VeterinarySecrets my cat has diarrhea how do I stop at plus he just found out he has diabetes so maybe you could text me and give me a hint and I just brought that powder that you
@@richdagosta9297 I’ve been buying the products he sells but I’ve never gotten one answer to any of my questions. I’m going to unsubscribe and buy my vitamins local. It’s so frustrating when you gags a dog with several issues and your own vet doesn’t seem to give good advice so you seek alternative advice and can’t get it.
Doc you're the greatest ... I hope you will consider getting somebody to help you make these videos...you're mind is so full of information and your heart is so full of love ...when you're trying to be the doctor, cameramen, the lab technician.. maybe consider getting help so your attention can be totally focused on the information you are giving us and thank God for you giving us this information because you have helped countless to save their loved ones...you've done a great thing with your life
Lewis could care less haha. So calm. I just did this for the second time as per ER and vet instructions because my dog may have eaten raisins and already had kidney issues so we're playing it safe (been checking bloodwork levels too)! Now if I can only get better at replacing the needle. Careful not to prick your finger doing that! I'm shocked how relaxed my dog is when I do this. Was very nervous to try this but pet poison hotline and ER both been so kind about answering my zillion questions. It's not too hard. I turned music on and give him lots of praise and kisses.
This is a super patient! Doesn't work this well with a wiggle worm pup - like my silly Basenji. This is an excellent instruction video. Big thank you to Dr. Jones -- and his super patient.
Very clear explanation ...thank you... One thing I do , is I immediately replace the used needle with a new one ...that way I never use the old needle by mistake ...
Thanks Dr. Jones. Louis is a very good patient! This video is super helpful. My kitty has an appointment at her vet this week so I can learn how to do this at home because she has ckd. I'm very lucky that my kitty is a good patient too, but I'm very nervous about sticking her with the needle however, I want to get over it so she can have this done in the comfort of her own home rather than traveling. I'm a new subscriber and there's several of your videos that I plan to watch. Thank for all the great info! Love Murray and Tullah too!
You are amazing and I love your channel. My lab/corgy is on Hospice Care for CKF. I'm doing subcutaneous fluids at home and working on binding phosphorus out of her body. Getting ready to also start hydrotherapy using hot/cold techniques to promote healing. You are an inspiration to those of us trying to save the lives of our animals. Thank you.
@@VeterinarySecrets I contacted Amanda at "Five Leaves" and purchased her 3 week Rena Cleanse program + Doggy Greens and my Cindy girl has made a 20% recovery since her diagnosis last Thursday. Still doing the SQ and Aluminum Hydroxide and will take her for another blood draw this Saturday to check her levels. Wow, what a bowel movement my angel girl had this morning. Please do more videos on CKF and the options we have for our pets!! Thank you again..
Thank you Doctor Jones. My little Chi had gallbladder surgery last Monday, she's not drinking well at all, so I've been syringing water in her mouth with the small syringe every hour, but I'm going to ask my Vet again tomorrow to let me do Sub-Q. He gave me this story it can do more harm than good. I've given shots before the other Vet gave me to give for pain to my other Chi, Sub Q doesn't look difficult and it would relieve my mind she's getting enough water. She is eating half what she is used to, but she is at least eating and has no fever, she just is not drinking like she had been. Thanks so much for this Video!
Yes you can do this at home. Dog breeders do it all of the time. You can order I.V. fluids online, where I live it's sold at the feed stores. My vet showed me how to do it about 15 years ago. Not a big deal at all. Anyone can do it. You can also subQ pedialyte if you can't find the I.V. fluids. There's millions of things you can do at home that a vet will charge you a lot for. Dany Loubos, I think your vet wants you to think you can't do that. My vet showed me how to tube feed, subq my own vaccinations, give nasal tract... a lot of stuff that a caring vet would want to show a responsible pet owner.
Dany Loubos ive been doing this at home for weeks on my lab. my vet told me from the getgo "most people do this at home; we will do it for u in the ofc if you are too uncomfortable, but it's better at home."
i wish there was a close up on the injection part. i know "it's easy," but for those of us that arent used to administering shots, it's difficult. since ive started, ive only had 3 or 4 times where it didnt bother benny. gonna try it between shoulder blades next time. thanks for a great video!
Ok .. great demonstration doc.. but what if my 25 lb pet dog has more skin to tent above the shoulders ? Is it ok to go above the shoulders to neck scruff area where he has more loose skin? Thanks great demonstration all around an especially for a confidence booster ..
Thank you!!!! Such an amazing doctor. My cats have had their bouts of throwing up or diarrhea before I switched them to homemade food & I’ve had to get expensive fluids at the vet, but just the other day my kitten ate a litter box filter & got gastritis for several days after throwing it up. I had to take her twice & spent so much money I don’t have. I really want to have this on hand at home but can’t seem to find a vet to green light me getting the goods from chewy to keep for emergencies like this 😞
Dr. Jones where do we purchase IV fluids and needles? Do we need a prescription? My cat is in the early stages of CKD being managed by diet Hill's K/D, but this is good info to know for later if needed. Thanks for the great video!
I watch this video every time right before I administer my fluids for a confidence boost. Once I stick her with the needle everything is fine but she tries to bite me if I don't stick her just so. I get so nervous and don't want to hurt her...but I have realized that even if she doesn't understand and tries to bite me, it's going to save her life and that helps me be less nervous. Don't stop and think about it, just do it. My vet taught me the 'tent with 3 fingers technique' but I think your technique with thumb and forefinger is better. I use the thumb and forefinger and it DOES help distract from the needle stick. Thanks for your help!
I believe you stated, 100ml would be good for a cat so my question is what's the general amount you'd give to a dog such as a lab? Also, better yet, is there a figure that coincides with their weight such as when you gave recommendations for fish oil (I believe for allergies) to be supplemented at 1000mg/10lbs, as an example.
But you are holding the spike without a sterile cap on the end and waving it around. We can’t do that with people because it contaminates the spike and then the fluid. Is it okay to wave around the spike without a protective cap like that before you spike the bag in pets? Serious question, as I never uncap a spike with humans until just before I spike bag and I make sure spike never touches anything else.
Floflok K Yeah thats what our Vetphysician said to us. It'd be contaminated if you sway it around or held it longer in the air. So dont do that if so buy a new one.
Hi, NaCl is .9%, same concentration as blood, but nothing else added. LRS contains: sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride in water. It is used for replacing fluids and electrolytes in those who have low blood volume or low blood pressure In practice we would almost always use LRS, as we are replace lost electrolytes and raising Blood Pressure. NaCl was used for situations where we didn't want to additional potassium ( ie Addisons). or where there was an existing metabolic acidosis ( as can be in diabetes(
I don't like 18 gauge needles unless you have to give fluids very fast. However, most dogs don't seem to mind. My dog decided to scream when it went in and made me jump and start shaking that I hurt him. I'm a nurse and people always say that I'm so gentle with injections, so it was awful to see my dog jump and hear him cry like that when he never cries. Am I doing something wrong? I switched to a 23 gauge needle but it just takes too long for the fluids to go on. He has kidney disease and won't eat or drink unless he has some fluids on board, which drops his creatinine level and makes him feel better. I'm going to try a 21 gauge needle tomorrow and go in a little more slowly to see if that helps.
Dr. Jones - You mention that Sub-Q fluids should be administered for no more than 30 days. My vet has my dog on fluids every other day in perpetuity. I'm obviously not asking you to diagnose my dog, but is every other day OK with kidney disease? Also, given I administer so often, can I/should I administer away from the neck area occasionally? She seems to get a little sore once in awhile. Thank you in advance for your feedback.
Hi would really love your opinion on my dogs bun and creatinine levels. 54 range is (6-31) Last month they were higher at 70. Creatinine is 2.1 range is (0.5-1.6) She is on baytril right now for a uti she gets them frequently. I feed her home made food I just switched to a low oxalate because she has had struvite crystals in the past. She gets sub-q fluids 2x a week. Calcium and phosphorous are good. Im not sure when to just let her go and stop the fluids at what blood levels? She's eating fine right now. Thanks Michelle
Doc I owe you a lot. But I have a Qusetion! Im not confident enough to prick my GS-German shepherd dog- And How would I know if its in the right "under skin"? Coz Im scared to prick him.
I have watched several of these instructional videos...this is one of the best. Thanks to Dr. Jones for making this, and providing the detailed "how to" comments.
Dr. Jones, Thank you for sharing thy wisdom. Doctor, would dialysis be preferred over sub Q fluids and by any chance can dialysis help curing renal failure completely f my Rotweiller with creatinine (6.3 MG) BUN (88 MG)?
My vet charged me $50 for 1lt of 0.9 sodium chloride... Only after I begged him to give me a discount he lowered the cost to $20.... 😕 but you mentioned lactated ringers can be purchased for $3 or $5..... Are they almost the same? My dog has acute kidney failure..... 😕
What about just using a syringe without the drip line to put the fluids directly under the skin? Is there a reason we need to use a drip line? I have just used a large syringe filled with ringers in the past, and that seems to work well also. Any reason not to do it this way? Thanks!
My pom just had pups and I was trying to keep pups warm but think I overheated her so when she got up this morning she drank and drank until she puled and has been puking all day and looks miserable. My husband's a nurse tech and going to nursing school so he's helping me give her some fluids but I'm scared I'm not giving her enough. She's not wanting to eat but she will drink some but can't hold it down. Anything you recommend?
The video is great because it teaches how easy this can be. As a registered nurse I only care for human patients but my dog is now sick with AKI and in need of fluids. My first feedback on the video gives you one big thumbs up for showing people that it is not difficult to give Subcutaneous fluids. The second feedback has to be a BIG thumbs down on the lack of sterile technique. Sterile technique is equally important when caring for pets and human patients. It is CRUCIAL to keep the spike that goes into the IV bag , sterile. Same applies to the end of the line. Also, A BIG NO NO, recapping a needle and reusing it.
Hello. Thanks for sharing such an informative video, it really helped me a lot because it’s always difficult for me to get IV. We can use this trick only for Glucose fluids or we can also use it for calcium fluids etc ? Or any specific fluid that should be avoid to practice this way ? I’ll appreciate your reply. Thanks 😊
When can you stop sub q fluids? Our 12 yr old dog has Cushings and diabetes. On May 2, 2022 she began vomiting so we rushed her to the vet. We found out she had a BUN of 48 and we were told to give 150 ml of fluids. We gave them every other day because the vet really offered no advice or guidance. Then we brought her to another vet on june 18, 2022. She was seen by another vet. To our shock her BUN had jumped up to 82 despite the fluids we had been giving her every other day. This ER vet said give her fluids twice a day. Unfortunately, she couldn’t tolerate the needle so we were doing good getting one treatment of 150 ml in every day. We were very concerned but were doing all we could had hoped for the best. Today we brought her in to see a third vet to get her kidneys rechecked and to our surprise her BUN was at 29. He said stop all fluids and bring her back in for a recheck in 3 months. Why would he want us to stop the fluids? One vet said every other day. Another vet said twice a day and the last vet said stop giving her any fluids. Why doesn’t he assume the fluids helped her get back down to 29? I’m hoping someone can explain it to me because while the fluids are very hard to give her I don’t want to see her BUN go back up again. I’m trying to understand what helped her number to go down.
Uhg. I tried on my 13lb poodle/terrier mix w/renal disease because i need to give him 100mls twice a week, but he could not handle the pain of an 18g needle. I tried a 25g needle w/success of placement but it was so small it wouldn't flow. So frustrating. I know a vet tech wouldnt have a problem but i am for some reason.
Hello doctor how are you? i am a vet from Egypt and I wanted to ask about Polydipsia in dogs.I noticed that dogs infected with parvovirus that they drink massive amounts of water even when I put the dog on I.V fluids. Can you please explain to me the cause of this phenomenon and thanks in advance
Dear doc jones Is it okay if i use the infusion set and needle that still has the original package and seal without i ever open but the problem is that its been expired, is it still allright to use? I really hope i got respond. Thank you.
We have a sheep that is really sick and we are going to give sub Q fluids. How do you know how often to give it? Is it based on how they are feeling and responding or based on once or twice a day?
yah, I accidentally pulled the cap off the needle too hard and boomeranged the needle into my finger-oh, did I bleed and hurt. Best to have them do it if you can.
Doc can you help me. My dog has a viral infection. And he is at our home with a dextrose lactated ringer. And his feet became bigger because of the dextrose attached to him what can I do to relieved the bumpness on his feet. Its too pricey if I bring him to vet again.
I cant afford to go to the vet for my cat also he is so bad and has never been outside he is an indoor cat and is terrified of the outside also cant get the bags in uk without prescription please will someone help me reply pls
Please Doctor thanks for your kindness My German Shepard has got pavo and it is dehydrating frequently I have sent it to the vert all their efforts had failed I have tried the infusion but there is a swell which made me removed Please how come that issue If given me names of medicine which when I buy I can treat it at home. Four days no food No water It vomit any food I give her and water Thanks so much Dorc Best regards Benjamin Attobrah Ackah from Ghana
How fascinating! With me working in the human medical field, and not knowing much about veterinary medicine, the idea of giving sub q fluids sounds like a form of torture lol. great video!
Dr. Jones I'm so worried for our dog Snowball. He hasn't been eating or eating like he used to. I paid 1K in vet clinic for x rays, sq & IV fluids. Imma na try this until he gets back to his usual self. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
My 16 year old Westie was given sub q fluids Saturday, by Monday he was dead. I had the vet do a necropsy. She said he had spleen and liver tumors that ruptured, causing his death. Is it possible that the sub q fluids contributed to his death?
Anyone know if this will make my dog eat? He hasn’t eaten in about 24 hours/ I took him to the vet yesterday where they told me he was diabetic, gave him fluids and sent me home with 100ccs insulin and an IV bag- $500 and i really feel dooped because he’s losing weight fast and still won’t eat
My puppy is 28lbs. He was given 250ml of subcutaneous fluids on Tuesday morning at the vet, and then 250ml Wednesday morning. Is this enough to kill a puppy by "fluid overload"?
Please use an assistant for close ups and help with camera. I need more details. Boy did I get myself with the needle. I couldn't get cap off needle and I pulled too hard.
My puppy has Parvo and I have to give her fluids thru the skin. Hopefully I can do this at home. I just found out today so I'm watching a bunch of videos.
Both my dogs had parvo last june 2020 and i have two Chihuahuas and gavd them lactated ringerz 100 ml twice a day and Pectalin paste to stop diarrhea its a probiotic to help their digestive system cuz pavo just turns theid imsides to mush. Keep them hydrated on fluids get anti nauseous med from ur vet also and bout the 5th day they should start eating again and moving around better. I staydd with both of them 24/7. The first 72 hours are critical to keep them from diarrhea and vomiting. After 72 hrs if they made it they will likely recover for sure. My pups survived and day 7 they were back to causimg cahos lol. I hope ur pup did well and recovered. Good thing is once they get parvo they wont get again amd if so they prolly wont show symptoms becausd their body can fight it off now. But its a nasty disease. Vaccinate ur pets. U can do it urself as well they sell vaccines at Tractor supply.
@@aliennemesis0663 wow. In my country vets just put down puppies with parvo. Vet care in my country is a joke. I have never heard a vet mention subcutaneous fluids and that it can be done at home. My brother's dog died of dehydration and he took her to the vet every day for 6 days for some injections. What injections? Who knows? The vet didn't get around to explaining that to my brother, but he didn't forget to bill him.
@@Freya1412 well thats sad to here. My dog and his sister aslo got parvo a week later. June of 2020. From my experience the key is to keep them hydrated with subcutaneous fluids (lactated ringer) most vet will sell u a 1000 ml bag or jusg order on ebay. I have a bag kept always just incase. 20 gauge needle as well. Amd the next thing is stop them from having diarrhea which causes severe dehydration. For this u will want a probiotic paste. Called Pro Pectalin. Its a lifesaver. Give it to them every 8 hrs 100 ml of subcutaneous fluids twice a day. This was for my 10 pound Chihuahuas though. If u do home treatment its best to be by there side for the first 72 hours after symptoms show giving them treatment. The first 72 hours is the worst my vet said. If they survive after 72 hours their survival rate is really likely to recover. Both my dogs begin to show improvement on day 4 and day 5 they finally wanted to take food with boiled chiken breast and white rice. By day 7 both dogs were eating and drinkin on their own and wanting to play again. But both kf them fully recovered and both today are still enjoying life. Vet says once they have parvo, they will never get it again amd if so you might not even can tell cuz they're immune system can fight it off alot easier and may not even show signs.
Hi my Pom's kidney's are starting to give her some issue. One kidney is doing fine the other has an elevated bun and creatine with a mild potassium elevation. She wants to do Sub-Q and a kidney diet. She hasn't mentioned how long she wanted to do the Sub-Q fluids tho. What do you suggest? Thanks :)
Hi, 1. More fluid add to dry kibble, or more canned food. 2. ALOH - it is a supplement that will bind phosphorus, which is the nutrient damaging the kidneys. 3. Avoid the low protein foods now- they are only for advanced renal failure
My cat has bad kidneys. He is eating wet food. I have been leaving some dry food out for the cats. I think he overdid it. He is pooping small amounts and thowing up.....
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I was so lucky to have a vet that showed me how to do this to my dog. I was able to have him around a few extra years doing this to him.
I just did it for the first time today on my 14yr old Cat who was recently diagnosed w chronic kidney/pancreatitis. It's truly amazing how easy it is... this was a great video but noticed you didn't mention that the needle where there's the indent opening must always face up to allow fluid flow. This is as important knowing how to stick needle in. Depending on how fast you want the liquid to flow depends on the size of needle too... of course 18g would be faster since the opening is slightly larger then the 20g and Cats can use either or. I was given both sizes by my Vet to try. Just depends on the owner's preference. My Vet also said I can replace the line after 2 or 3 bag use. That it's completely fine. My cat was feeling so much better after administering the sub Q fluids. I truly enjoy all your wonderful videos on pet care. Thank you!
Thanks Jeannie, and I appreciate your feedback
Dr. JONES..... Thank YOU so much for helping us help our pets by showing us step by step important medical techniques that we can handle ourselves, doing it properly and responsibly for more common procedures. THANK YOU for giving us your educational wisdom. I watch your videos over and over. EXCELLENT
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@@VeterinarySecrets my cat has diarrhea how do I stop at plus he just found out he has diabetes so maybe you could text me and give me a hint and I just brought that powder that you
@@richdagosta9297 I’ve been buying the products he sells but I’ve never gotten one answer to any of my questions. I’m going to unsubscribe and buy my vitamins local. It’s so frustrating when you gags a dog with several issues and your own vet doesn’t seem to give good advice so you seek alternative advice and can’t get it.
Doc you're the greatest ... I hope you will consider getting somebody to help you make these videos...you're mind is so full of information and your heart is so full of love ...when you're trying to be the doctor, cameramen, the lab technician.. maybe consider getting help so your attention can be totally focused on the information you are giving us and thank God for you giving us this information because you have helped countless to save their loved ones...you've done a great thing with your life
Lewis could care less haha. So calm. I just did this for the second time as per ER and vet instructions because my dog may have eaten raisins and already had kidney issues so we're playing it safe (been checking bloodwork levels too)! Now if I can only get better at replacing the needle. Careful not to prick your finger doing that! I'm shocked how relaxed my dog is when I do this. Was very nervous to try this but pet poison hotline and ER both been so kind about answering my zillion questions. It's not too hard. I turned music on and give him lots of praise and kisses.
This is a super patient! Doesn't work this well with a wiggle worm pup - like my silly Basenji. This is an excellent instruction video. Big thank you to Dr. Jones -- and his super patient.
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This was so helpful my vet is going to teach me this procedure tomorrow for a Sheltie in kidney failure. I’m much less nervous after watching this 💚
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Very clear explanation ...thank you... One thing I do , is I immediately replace the used needle with a new one ...that way I never use the old needle by mistake ...
Thanks Dr. Jones. Louis is a very good patient! This video is super helpful. My kitty has an appointment at her vet this week so I can learn how to do this at home because she has ckd. I'm very lucky that my kitty is a good patient too, but I'm very nervous about sticking her with the needle however, I want to get over it so she can have this done in the comfort of her own home rather than traveling. I'm a new subscriber and there's several of your videos that I plan to watch. Thank for all the great info! Love Murray and Tullah too!
Thanks Michele
You are amazing and I love your channel. My lab/corgy is on Hospice Care for CKF. I'm doing subcutaneous fluids at home and working on binding phosphorus out of her body. Getting ready to also start hydrotherapy using hot/cold techniques to promote healing. You are an inspiration to those of us trying to save the lives of our animals. Thank you.
You're most welcome! Happy to help!
@@VeterinarySecrets I contacted Amanda at "Five Leaves" and purchased her 3 week Rena Cleanse program + Doggy Greens and my Cindy girl has made a 20% recovery since her diagnosis last Thursday. Still doing the SQ and Aluminum Hydroxide and will take her for another blood draw this Saturday to check her levels. Wow, what a bowel movement my angel girl had this morning. Please do more videos on CKF and the options we have for our pets!! Thank you again..
@@TrishaDishing how is Oliver dear?
@@TrishaDishing I sent you an email. Let me know how you're doing. I'm so very worried about you and Oliver.
@@TrishaDishing my email is mamarottweiler@gmail.com
Thank you Doctor Jones. My little Chi had gallbladder surgery last Monday, she's not drinking well at all, so I've been syringing water in her mouth with the small syringe every hour, but I'm going to ask my Vet again tomorrow to let me do Sub-Q. He gave me this story it can do more harm than good. I've given shots before the other Vet gave me to give for pain to my other Chi, Sub Q doesn't look difficult and it would relieve my mind she's getting enough water. She is eating half what she is used to, but she is at least eating and has no fever, she just is not drinking like she had been. Thanks so much for this Video!
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Thank you so much Doctor! You are a truly angel. God Bless You❤🙏
The vet where my dog is told me I cant do this at home... So sad that most practitioners arent honest like you.
Thanks and yes it is unfortunate
+Dany Lobos My vet was going to show me how to do it home but they only charged me 7 dollars for them to do it themselves I have a tiny dog tho
Yes you can do this at home. Dog breeders do it all of the time. You can order I.V. fluids online, where I live it's sold at the feed stores. My vet showed me how to do it about 15 years ago. Not a big deal at all. Anyone can do it. You can also subQ pedialyte if you can't find the I.V. fluids. There's millions of things you can do at home that a vet will charge you a lot for. Dany Loubos, I think your vet wants you to think you can't do that. My vet showed me how to tube feed, subq my own vaccinations, give nasal tract... a lot of stuff that a caring vet would want to show a responsible pet owner.
My vet just charged me $27.00 for a 5 pound cat.
Dany Loubos ive been doing this at home for weeks on my lab. my vet told me from the getgo "most people do this at home; we will do it for u in the ofc if you are too uncomfortable, but it's better at home."
You're fortunate to have such a great subject dog. We have a 17 year-old big baby who squeals at every little thing!
i wish there was a close up on the injection part. i know "it's easy," but for those of us that arent used to administering shots, it's difficult. since ive started, ive only had 3 or 4 times where it didnt bother benny. gonna try it between shoulder blades next time. thanks for a great video!
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Ok .. great demonstration doc.. but what if my 25 lb pet dog has more skin to tent above the shoulders ? Is it ok to go above the shoulders to neck scruff area where he has more loose skin?
Thanks great demonstration all around an especially for a confidence booster ..
Thank you!!!! Such an amazing doctor. My cats have had their bouts of throwing up or diarrhea before I switched them to homemade food & I’ve had to get expensive fluids at the vet, but just the other day my kitten ate a litter box filter & got gastritis for several days after throwing it up. I had to take her twice & spent so much money I don’t have. I really want to have this on hand at home but can’t seem to find a vet to green light me getting the goods from chewy to keep for emergencies like this 😞
I'm sorry to hear that.
Dr. Jones where do we purchase IV fluids and needles? Do we need a prescription? My cat is in the early stages of CKD being managed by diet Hill's K/D, but this is good info to know for later if needed. Thanks for the great video!
I watch this video every time right before I administer my fluids for a confidence boost. Once I stick her with the needle everything is fine but she tries to bite me if I don't stick her just so. I get so nervous and don't want to hurt her...but I have realized that even if she doesn't understand and tries to bite me, it's going to save her life and that helps me be less nervous. Don't stop and think about it, just do it.
My vet taught me the 'tent with 3 fingers technique' but I think your technique with thumb and forefinger is better. I use the thumb and forefinger and it DOES help distract from the needle stick. Thanks for your help!
You're welcome, Pam! You just made my day. :)
Thank you for this helpful video!
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Good video Dr. Jones, Thanks a lot.
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thank you very much doctor.... your video was a great help for me.
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Quick question: Sub-Q D5/D10 is not usually recommend, what’s your opinion on the matter? 4-6 week puppy hypothermic/hypoglycaemic?
Thank u. Dog with kidney failure here. Your dog is so calm!❤🐶
Thank you for the video, it is very helpful for me.
I believe you stated, 100ml would be good for a cat so my question is what's the general amount you'd give to a dog such as a lab? Also, better yet, is there a figure that coincides with their weight such as when you gave recommendations for fish oil (I believe for allergies) to be supplemented at 1000mg/10lbs, as an example.
Thank you! This was very helpful.
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Should you let the fluid in the drip chamber fully empty out or just take the needle out once you re-clip the line
Hi, just re-clip the line when you reach desired amount and remove the needle. No need to empty it.
Thank you so much. This was so informative
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Great video ... very informative.
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great information, thank you
But you are holding the spike without a sterile cap on the end and waving it around. We can’t do that with people because it contaminates the spike and then the fluid. Is it okay to wave around the spike without a protective cap like that before you spike the bag in pets? Serious question, as I never uncap a spike with humans until just before I spike bag and I make sure spike never touches anything else.
Floflok K Yeah thats what our Vetphysician said to us. It'd be contaminated if you sway it around or held it longer in the air. So dont do that if so buy a new one.
Im so proudly when i seen ur video, Viele danke :D
Thank you for this information, Dr. Jones. What is the difference between sodium chloride and lactated ringers? My vet has given me both for my dog
Hi, NaCl is .9%, same concentration as blood, but nothing else added.
LRS contains: sodium chloride, sodium lactate, potassium chloride, and calcium chloride in water. It is used for replacing fluids and electrolytes in those who have low blood volume or low blood pressure
In practice we would almost always use LRS, as we are replace lost electrolytes and raising Blood Pressure. NaCl was used for situations where we didn't want to additional potassium ( ie Addisons). or where there was an existing metabolic acidosis ( as can be in diabetes(
Veterinary Secrets Good to know. Thank you, doctor. Happy holidays!
Hi doc, how bout is it the same sites for injections
I don't like 18 gauge needles unless you have to give fluids very fast. However, most dogs don't seem to mind. My dog decided to scream when it went in and made me jump and start shaking that I hurt him. I'm a nurse and people always say that I'm so gentle with injections, so it was awful to see my dog jump and hear him cry like that when he never cries. Am I doing something wrong? I switched to a 23 gauge needle but it just takes too long for the fluids to go on. He has kidney disease and won't eat or drink unless he has some fluids on board, which drops his creatinine level and makes him feel better. I'm going to try a 21 gauge needle tomorrow and go in a little more slowly to see if that helps.
Thank you - great video. Do you have a video showing me how to administer with a syringe?
Welcome- but good future suggestion
Dr. Jones - You mention that Sub-Q fluids should be administered for no more than 30 days. My vet has my dog on fluids every other day in perpetuity. I'm obviously not asking you to diagnose my dog, but is every other day OK with kidney disease?
Also, given I administer so often, can I/should I administer away from the neck area occasionally? She seems to get a little sore once in awhile.
Thank you in advance for your feedback.
Yes, safe long term and for some animals that is what is needed - as yours
I did this for 6 months with a cat with kidney failure. It was a 2 person job to distract the cat with treats and stay still and not wander around.
Thank you.
Thanks for sharing!!
You’re kool Dr Andrew.
:-)
Hi would really love your opinion on my dogs bun and creatinine levels. 54 range is (6-31) Last month they were higher at 70. Creatinine is 2.1 range is (0.5-1.6) She is on baytril right now for a uti she gets them frequently. I feed her home made food I just switched to a low oxalate because she has had struvite crystals in the past. She gets sub-q fluids 2x a week. Calcium and phosphorous are good. Im not sure when to just let her go and stop the fluids at what blood levels? She's eating fine right now. Thanks Michelle
Hi - it's based on her eating- if she is well enough to eat, then stay with the subcu fluids
Doc I owe you a lot.
But I have a Qusetion!
Im not confident enough to prick my GS-German shepherd dog-
And How would I know if its in the right "under skin"?
Coz Im scared to prick him.
Our 16 yr old 4.8 lb Multipoo has acute kidney failure, performed my first subcutaneous fluid procedure. Not much excess fat for daily injections. :(
Thank you very much Sir my puppy need fluid today, but all vet are close. Than I use your technic I hope its work.
I have watched several of these instructional videos...this is one of the best. Thanks to Dr. Jones for making this, and providing the detailed "how to" comments.
Glad to help! Thanks for watching, Ron.
Dr. Jones, Thank you for sharing thy wisdom. Doctor, would dialysis be preferred over sub Q fluids and by any chance can dialysis help curing renal failure completely f my Rotweiller with creatinine (6.3 MG) BUN (88 MG)?
It is far better, but not readily available in vet medicine
My vet charged me $50 for 1lt of 0.9 sodium chloride... Only after I begged him to give me a discount he lowered the cost to $20.... 😕 but you mentioned lactated ringers can be purchased for $3 or $5..... Are they almost the same? My dog has acute kidney failure..... 😕
Hi Jose, They are very similar, and the cost is minimal to your veterinarian
What about just using a syringe without the drip line to put the fluids directly under the skin? Is there a reason we need to use a drip line? I have just used a large syringe filled with ringers in the past, and that seems to work well also. Any reason not to do it this way? Thanks!
The drip line allows you to easily put it under the skin, and as it goes slowly most pets tolerate it well. not so with a syringe
What happens if you hang the bag in a low hanger? Is it going to stop dripping?
My pom just had pups and I was trying to keep pups warm but think I overheated her so when she got up this morning she drank and drank until she puled and has been puking all day and looks miserable. My husband's a nurse tech and going to nursing school so he's helping me give her some fluids but I'm scared I'm not giving her enough. She's not wanting to eat but she will drink some but can't hold it down. Anything you recommend?
The video is great because it teaches how easy this can be. As a registered nurse I only care for human patients but my dog is now sick with AKI and in need of fluids. My first feedback on the video gives you one big thumbs up for showing people that it is not difficult to give Subcutaneous fluids. The second feedback has to be a BIG thumbs down on the lack of sterile technique. Sterile technique is equally important when caring for pets and human patients. It is CRUCIAL to keep the spike that goes into the IV bag , sterile. Same applies to the end of the line. Also, A BIG NO NO, recapping a needle and reusing it.
Thanks
I think my dog got the fox tail out due to there has been no swelling and he's stop sneezing and his eyes are not watery anymore.
Hello. Thanks for sharing such an informative video, it really helped me a lot because it’s always difficult for me to get IV.
We can use this trick only for Glucose fluids or we can also use it for calcium fluids etc ?
Or any specific fluid that should be avoid to practice this way ?
I’ll appreciate your reply.
Thanks 😊
Kidney failure, we do this every day w a 15 yr old Jack Russell, it is no fun, but he may live a few more years, he deserves every day.
I hope so- good for you to be doing this
You are the best
When can you stop sub q fluids? Our 12 yr old dog has Cushings and diabetes. On May 2, 2022 she began vomiting so we rushed her to the vet. We found out she had a BUN of 48 and we were told to give 150 ml of fluids. We gave them every other day because the vet really offered no advice or guidance. Then we brought her to another vet on june 18, 2022. She was seen by another vet. To our shock her BUN had jumped up to 82 despite the fluids we had been giving her every other day. This ER vet said give her fluids twice a day. Unfortunately, she couldn’t tolerate the needle so we were doing good getting one treatment of 150 ml in every day. We were very concerned but were doing all we could had hoped for the best. Today we brought her in to see a third vet to get her kidneys rechecked and to our surprise her BUN was at 29. He said stop all fluids and bring her back in for a recheck in 3 months. Why would he want us to stop the fluids? One vet said every other day. Another vet said twice a day and the last vet said stop giving her any fluids. Why doesn’t he assume the fluids helped her get back down to 29? I’m hoping someone can explain it to me because while the fluids are very hard to give her I don’t want to see her BUN go back up again. I’m trying to understand what helped her number to go down.
Uhg. I tried on my 13lb poodle/terrier mix w/renal disease because i need to give him 100mls twice a week, but he could not handle the pain of an 18g needle. I tried a 25g needle w/success of placement but it was so small it wouldn't flow. So frustrating. I know a vet tech wouldnt have a problem but i am for some reason.
Hello doctor how are you? i am a vet from Egypt and I wanted to ask about Polydipsia in dogs.I noticed that dogs infected with parvovirus that they drink massive amounts of water even when I put the dog on I.V fluids. Can you please explain to me the cause of this phenomenon and thanks in advance
Dear doc jones
Is it okay if i use the infusion set and needle that still has the original package and seal without i ever open but the problem is that its been expired, is it still allright to use? I really hope i got respond. Thank you.
Yes OK
Hello doc can a dog eat and drink while on dextrose?
We have a sheep that is really sick and we are going to give sub Q fluids. How do you know how often to give it? Is it based on how they are feeling and responding or based on once or twice a day?
Hi,
In general I have given fluids twice daily until they start drinking again- hope your ewe/lamb is OK
How many times a week should I do this? I have a 30 kg dog.
paid 500bucks for this at the vet today. I'd say i paid for the knowledge
yah, I accidentally pulled the cap off the needle too hard and boomeranged the needle into my finger-oh, did I bleed and hurt. Best to have them do it if you can.
Doc can you help me. My dog has a viral infection. And he is at our home with a dextrose lactated ringer. And his feet became bigger because of the dextrose attached to him what can I do to relieved the bumpness on his feet. Its too pricey if I bring him to vet again.
Thank you
Hey Dr. Jones I would like to ask If what to do If the IV Fluid stops dropping? I will appreciate it alot thank you.
I reposition the needle, or I pull up the skin
Can I give my dog 5% dextrose with lactated ringer subcutaneously?
My dog is really sore is it safe to give it somewhat beside the back
How much of the fluid should I be giving my 60 pound pitbull?
I cant afford to go to the vet for my cat also he is so bad and has never been outside he is an indoor cat and is terrified of the outside also cant get the bags in uk without prescription please will someone help me reply pls
Great instruction on how to do this. Being shocked on our dog having kidney problems is not the best time to retain any knowledge at the vet.
Please Doctor thanks for your kindness
My German Shepard has got pavo and it is dehydrating frequently I have sent it to the vert all their efforts had failed I have tried the infusion but there is a swell which made me removed
Please how come that issue
If given me names of medicine which when I buy I can treat it at home.
Four days no food
No water
It vomit any food I give her and water
Thanks so much Dorc
Best regards Benjamin Attobrah Ackah from Ghana
IV fluids are mandatory- you need to be at a veterinarian
How fascinating! With me working in the human medical field, and not knowing much about veterinary medicine, the idea of giving sub q fluids sounds like a form of torture lol. great video!
Dr. Jones I'm so worried for our dog Snowball. He hasn't been eating or eating like he used to. I paid 1K in vet clinic for x rays, sq & IV fluids. Imma na try this until he gets back to his usual self. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
My 16 year old Westie was given sub q fluids Saturday, by Monday he was dead. I had the vet do a necropsy. She said he had spleen and liver tumors that ruptured, causing his death. Is it possible that the sub q fluids contributed to his death?
Hi there's a few bubbles in the line and I'm nervous about giving it..i drained the line but still a few bubbles
Safe if giving subcu
Anyone know if this will make my dog eat? He hasn’t eaten in about 24 hours/ I took him to the vet yesterday where they told me he was diabetic, gave him fluids and sent me home with 100ccs insulin and an IV bag- $500 and i really feel dooped because he’s losing weight fast and still won’t eat
i have done this to a couple of my cats but using a sringe i was scared at first to hurt them and i am not a needle person lol
My puppy is 28lbs. He was given 250ml of subcutaneous fluids on Tuesday morning at the vet, and then 250ml Wednesday morning. Is this enough to kill a puppy by "fluid overload"?
Good day Guys, I just want to ask what I'm going to do, I neglected the liquid dextrose attached to my dog's arm, it's too swollen now

How much should we give to a 4 month puppy
Please use an assistant for close ups and help with camera. I need more details. Boy did I get myself with the needle. I couldn't
get cap off needle and I pulled too hard.
can i use d5w fluid?
My s dog skick from 3 days she s not having food can I provide her drip
Is there a trick to keeping fluids from leaking out?
Just give smaller amounts at a time
My puppy has Parvo and I have to give her fluids thru the skin. Hopefully I can do this at home. I just found out today so I'm watching a bunch of videos.
How is your dog now ?
Both my dogs had parvo last june 2020 and i have two Chihuahuas and gavd them lactated ringerz 100 ml twice a day and Pectalin paste to stop diarrhea its a probiotic to help their digestive system cuz pavo just turns theid imsides to mush. Keep them hydrated on fluids get anti nauseous med from ur vet also and bout the 5th day they should start eating again and moving around better. I staydd with both of them 24/7. The first 72 hours are critical to keep them from diarrhea and vomiting. After 72 hrs if they made it they will likely recover for sure. My pups survived and day 7 they were back to causimg cahos lol. I hope ur pup did well and recovered. Good thing is once they get parvo they wont get again amd if so they prolly wont show symptoms becausd their body can fight it off now. But its a nasty disease. Vaccinate ur pets. U can do it urself as well they sell vaccines at Tractor supply.
@@aliennemesis0663 wow. In my country vets just put down puppies with parvo. Vet care in my country is a joke. I have never heard a vet mention subcutaneous fluids and that it can be done at home. My brother's dog died of dehydration and he took her to the vet every day for 6 days for some injections. What injections? Who knows? The vet didn't get around to explaining that to my brother, but he didn't forget to bill him.
@@Freya1412 well thats sad to here. My dog and his sister aslo got parvo a week later. June of 2020. From my experience the key is to keep them hydrated with subcutaneous fluids (lactated ringer) most vet will sell u a 1000 ml bag or jusg order on ebay. I have a bag kept always just incase. 20 gauge needle as well. Amd the next thing is stop them from having diarrhea which causes severe dehydration. For this u will want a probiotic paste. Called Pro Pectalin. Its a lifesaver. Give it to them every 8 hrs 100 ml of subcutaneous fluids twice a day. This was for my 10 pound Chihuahuas though. If u do home treatment its best to be by there side for the first 72 hours after symptoms show giving them treatment. The first 72 hours is the worst my vet said. If they survive after 72 hours their survival rate is really likely to recover. Both my dogs begin to show improvement on day 4 and day 5 they finally wanted to take food with boiled chiken breast and white rice. By day 7 both dogs were eating and drinkin on their own and wanting to play again. But both kf them fully recovered and both today are still enjoying life. Vet says once they have parvo, they will never get it again amd if so you might not even can tell cuz they're immune system can fight it off alot easier and may not even show signs.
doc pls help my puppy she have a bloated stomach what can i do plss help me
How many doseged ml to inject in adog in 6month
Sir I have 1 query. How much time does it takes for the fluid to spread in the whole body?
the fluid is gradually absorbed over several hours (it may take up to 8 hours for all the fluid to be absorbed).
@@VeterinarySecrets Thank you Sir.
HOW MUCH CAN YOU GIVE A DOG AT 1 TIME? IF DOG IS SEVERELY DEHYDRATED SHOULD YOU DO A CERTAIN AMOUNT EVERY HOUR OR EVERY FEW HOURS?
Wow, thank you so much. This is fantastic to know🌹🌺🥰
they want 1200 to diagnose my pup. 4months no parvo but still puking and diarrhea all day/night
How many milliliter should I give my 30 kg dog?
Hi my Pom's kidney's are starting to give her some issue. One kidney is doing fine the other has an elevated bun and creatine with a mild potassium elevation. She wants to do Sub-Q and a kidney diet. She hasn't mentioned how long she wanted to do the Sub-Q fluids tho. What do you suggest? Thanks :)
Hi,
1. More fluid add to dry kibble, or more canned food.
2. ALOH - it is a supplement that will bind phosphorus, which is the nutrient damaging the kidneys.
3. Avoid the low protein foods now- they are only for advanced renal failure
+Veterinary Secrets I tried googling Aloh can't seem to find it.
Hi Michelle, here is a link; www.thrivingpets.com/index.php/aluminum-hydroxide.html
would I need this if her phosphate levels aren't elevated? Have you ever heard of Aminavast?
is there a link to buy that aloh?
My cat has bad kidneys. He is eating wet food. I have been leaving some dry food out for the cats. I think he overdid it. He is pooping small amounts and thowing up.....