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Old 11-19-2005, 04:17 PM   #14
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I would suggest you talk to your vet and get instructions on tube feeding. Its possible they don't have a strong enough suckle to thrive. I would think if the dam has enough milk for 2 the other 2 should be able to at the very least maintain their weight.

To small a hole in the bottle they won't get milk, to large they will aspirate. The bottle should have a very slow drip if turned over. That's usually a good size hole.

There is a recipe for "liver water" that helps for weak pups too. Make sure they are warm enough as well. Cool pups won't thrive, they can't digest milk.

I hope they start to grow for you.
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