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Originally Posted by Ladyhawk  I agree the runt may not necessarily be the smallest. The smallest at birth can end up being the largest adult for that litter. I don't think that there is always a runt. If the litter is well bred than all should be close enough in size and strength that none stand out as being a runt. I can't say that I've ever had a runt though I have a one week old gal that is currently 3 oz. smaller than her brothers. She's just as strong as they are and will not let them push her off her teat. She's no runt. |
i am in almost the same situation. I have a girl that is 7.9 oz and another one that is 1lb exactly. I had a tiny boy the same size as she is but has taken off and is now 11 oz. I actually had two "runts'. My little 7 oz gal pushes and stretches her little self out and nurses as hard as she can. She is not easy pushed off. she goes a day or so without gaining then will gain one tenth of an ounce andd i am so happy. I am going to have to hold on to her for a long time tho to make sure she has no issues.