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Originally Posted by Mardelin  I use a syringe to feed new puppies. I attach a preemie dog nipple. I've found that I can control the flow of milk and there is less change of air being ingested. |
Mary, I have not had to supplement puppies very often but when I did I used a eye dropper and I let them take it in very slow. What is the down side of using a dropper? I know you have to be careful not to let them take it too fast or they will get it in their lungs. When you use the preemie nipple do you still worry about choking? I know the suckling action is important but if you are just supplementing a little does it matter? I am been so lucky that I have never had to hand raise a litter. What are your thoughts on tube feeding? It scares me. Just wondering your thoughts on this.