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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s  Some breeder do take the female in afterwards for an oxy shot, some don't. My vet and the breeders I've worked with only recommend it if there is a retained placenta. The female will be prone to infection so shortly after whelping and carting her and newborn pups off to a vets office to expose them to who knows what isn't always a great idea. Not to mention the stress you will put on them. Generally, my female is started on a VERY low dose (so that it is of no harm to the puppies) of preventative antibiotic a few days prior and continues afterwards. It prevents infection the same and eliminates an unneccessary trip to the vet.
Of course, this is just my opinion and experience--it differs from breeder to breeder and vet to vet. They will be able to advise you on what they feel is the best course of action.  |
You said exactly what I wanted too... but didn't know how everyone else would react since I'm not considered an experienced breeder yet. Thank you, I have to completely agree. I would think since this is far from her first litter, and it's not been mentioned before that this problem wouldn't be such a big concern. I think lugging the newborns & Momma into a vet & subjecting them to drafts, stress, & god knows what diseases might be lingering at the vet office is a far bigger concern. My vet outrite asked that I not bring my puppy back for her next exam until at least 6 weeks old, for this exact reason.