Floppy kid syndrome is a grouping of diseases that may result in weak, recumbent, or depressed kids. Hypothermia, hypoglycemia, dehydration, acidosis, sepsis, and diarrhea with acidosis and electrolyte changes are the most common causes. Affected kids may be weak and progress to being recumbent and non responsive. Nutritional support, warming, and correcting dehydration and electrolyte changes are the core treatments required for this condition. Electrolytes are critical is diarrhea is involved. If animals are showing signs of sepsis (fever, local infection of the navel, eyes, or joints) antibiotics are indicated. If no improvement is seen in 12-24 hours, contact your veterinarian, sooner if animals are unresponsive.
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