Introduction
Many new pet owners are unsure how to care for puppies after birth. This guide will help.
The birth of a puppy is a very happy and joyful event, but how do you care for a new-born puppy? This is a very important question, It is crucial to take good care of the puppy from the day it is born. In this article, we will discuss how to care for a puppy, what it needs, when to assist it, and what symptoms to pay attention to.
Things to Do After Birth
Understanding how to care for puppies after birth begins with knowing what to do right after delivery
Removal from the Amniotic Sac
If a mother dog has difficulty giving birth to a puppy, you can gently remove it using your hands. After removing it, you should clean the puppy’s mouth thoroughly and help it breathe.
Warm and Comfortable Place
In the first few days after birth, the puppy cannot regulate its body temperature. Therefore, the puppy should be kept warm and Make sure you have all the basic things ready. It is best to maintain the temperature between 29°C and 32°C for the initial days after birth.
Initial Nutrition
It is safe and nutritious to feed the puppy its mother’s milk immediately after birth. However, if you cannot provide mother’s milk, there are many alternative foods available now. Choose what’s right for the puppy and give it accordingly.
How to Handle Puppies?
It is best to avoid lifting the puppy frequently in the first few days after birth. Only handle the puppy when it’s really needed.
How to Monitor the Health of Puppies?
The following are some of the most important steps to know how to care for puppies after birth properly.
✅ Weight Monitoring
Weigh the puppy as soon as it is born and record it. Keep an eye on the weight every day — it should go up steadily.
⚠️ Abnormal Conditions
Watch out if the puppy cries more than usual. Also, check whether it drinks milk. If either of these issues occurs, do not hesitate to see a veterinarian immediately.
🔍 Complete Examination
You should carefully observe the puppy’s body for any changes. If you have any doubts, consult a veterinarian without delay.
How to Care for the Mother Dog?
✅ Provide a nutritious diet, a comfortable place to lie down and rest, and plenty of clean water to drink.
⚠️ If you notice blood around the mother’s nipples, it is best to consult a veterinarian without delay.
Puppy Food and Weaning
🐶 For the first two weeks, allow the puppy to drink milk every two to three hours.
🍲 After 3 to 4 weeks, you can gradually introduce soft food little by little.
How to keep puppies warm?
🔥 Use a heating pad or heat lamp to keep your puppy warm.
❄️ If it gets too hot, give your puppy a chance to move away from the heat.
🌬 If the area has a lot of airflow or wind, the temperature will not be stable, so you should choose a location that is not ventilated.
When should you call the vet?
🚨 Is the puppy not drinking milk?
🚨 Do you think the puppy is very weak?
🚨 Is it crying a lot?
🚨 Has your puppy’s body temperature changed a lot?
🚨 Is there difficulty breathing?
If there is any reason like this, do not delay in seeing a doctor.
Cleanliness and hygiene
🛏️ Keep the puppy’s sleeping spot clean (and clothes if it wears any), should be cleaned thoroughly every day.
💩 You should monitor whether the puppy has any constipation. If you notice any changes, consult a veterinarian.
When can visitors come?
🚷 You should watch the puppy very closely for a few days after its birth.
🧼 You should only allow the puppy to be handled if it is clean and hands have been washed.
🤒 The puppy is very susceptible to disease, so you should be very careful and cautious when handling it.
Pesticides and vaccinations
💊 You should heed what the doctor says and administer medicine to the puppy; Don’t give any medicine without asking a vet first.
💉 For vaccinations, listen to what the doctor advises, consult with them, and vaccinate as directed.
Conclusion
By following the above tips, you now know how to care for puppies after birth with confidence and love.
When a puppy is born, caring for it is a very responsible task. You need to provide it with a lot of love.
📌 You should do everything possible to raise the puppy safely and healthily.
🐶 While raising puppies, remember to care for the mother too.
📞 If you have any doubts, consult a veterinarian immediately for clarity.
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