NutriCal is not something normally used for a whelping bitch. NutriDrops can assist in a bitch that is lagging behind, it does work in line with Oxytocin (prescription that can only be obtained from a vet).
NutriCal should be kept on hand for those pups that are active and prone to hyperglycemia, but used with caution, if not correctly used it can produce a hyperglycemic attack and promote diabitis. I prefer NutriDrops as it is immediately absorbed into the gums, faster working and only a couple of drops are necessary.
There are many things to watch for in a whelping female and knowing how to care for her with proper nutrition is your key......Learning what to keep on hand in your medical supplies and how and when to use these meds is key to keeping your dam and pups alive.
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