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Why is my 5-day-old puppy crying constantly? What should I do?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | unneutered | 5 days old | 0.3 lbs

My dogs puppy keeps crying he is only 5 days old what is happening

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 12th, 2017

When puppies that young cry constantly like that, it's a sign that something is wrong with them, such as they are very cold or very hungry. Make sure the puppy is warm, and give it a teaspoon of honey or Karo syrup to prevent it from becoming hypoglycemic. Have the puppy, along with Lexi and his littermates, seen by a vet ASAP.

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