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Originally Posted by Marc  Question:
I was wondering if I could be directed to any site/video/info on immediate whelping care....such as cutting the cord, suctioning, heating, etc. I am a few weeks away from confirming if she is pregnant but I would like to get ahead of the game and fill myself with the knowledge and info.
Also, is that whelping recipe something to give momma even if the delivery is going well or only if needed?
What is considered a good weight range for a new born pup....what weight would cause concern?
Thanks so much! |
This website has lots of good information on whelping.
Links to the best Breeding & Whelping sites and articles on the net!
I always just keep Nutri-cal on hand and I give some to the mom throughout the delivery. I have never used the whelping pudding. I recommend you order from Revival Animal Health, the Oral Cal Plus (fast acting calcium), Nutri-drops and I recommend their Doc Roy's Healthy Bones as a calcium supplement for the mom after the pups are born. The Oral Cal I would only use if mom has gone a long time between pups or if after she has pups she shows signs of eclampsia.
Pups can range in size from 2 oz to 7 oz. It does not matter if they are big or small they can all be susceptible to health issues during and after the birthing process. I think pups that are extremely small do have a harder time surviving because sometimes it is hard for them to latch on if the mom has big nipples.
This is also a good article to read:
http://www.showpapillons.com/formula.htm