Dog Lovers Manual » Dog and Pregnancy http://www.dogloversmanual.com Wed, 03 Feb 2010 07:31:33 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc What Should I Do After The Birth? http://www.dogloversmanual.com/what-should-i-do-after-the-birth/ http://www.dogloversmanual.com/what-should-i-do-after-the-birth/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:57:53 +0000 admin http://www.dogloversmanual.com/?p=115 Golden Retriever puppies

The number of afterbirths (placentas) expelled should correspond with the number of puppies born. If one is retained it can cause a fatal infection. If your bitch appears to become off-colour within a few days of whelping. Then seek immwdiate veterinary assistance. It is doubtful that the bitch will accept food until all the pups have been born, but water (with glucose added for energy) should be available to her. The bitch will bite the umbilical cord to separate each puppy from its placenta (which she will eat), and then clean the baby. Once delivery is complete, the bitch will appreciate a light meal of egg and milk, or cereal and meat broth, and may want to go outside bedding and replace it with her puppies. Check that they are all feeding.

]]> http://www.dogloversmanual.com/what-should-i-do-after-the-birth/feed/ 0 Do I need to stay with my pet while she has her puppies? http://www.dogloversmanual.com/do-i-need-to-stay-with-my-pet-while-she-has-her-puppies/ http://www.dogloversmanual.com/do-i-need-to-stay-with-my-pet-while-she-has-her-puppies/#comments Sun, 15 Jun 2008 19:43:02 +0000 admin http://www.dogloversmanual.com/do-i-need-to-stay-with-my-pet-while-she-has-her-puppies/ It is wise to do so, especially with maiden bitches, to observe that all is going well. You will also be able to lend a hand if needed or contact the vet should anything go wrong. Warm your vet well in advance of your pet’s expected due date in case you need his help out of surgery hours.

Bitch Nursing Puppies

]]> http://www.dogloversmanual.com/do-i-need-to-stay-with-my-pet-while-she-has-her-puppies/feed/ 0 How long does it take for a bitch to give birth? http://www.dogloversmanual.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-bitch-to-give-birth/ http://www.dogloversmanual.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-bitch-to-give-birth/#comments Mon, 02 Jun 2008 22:14:34 +0000 admin http://www.dogloversmanual.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-bitch-to-give-birth/ There are three stages to labor. The first stage can take up to 24 hours. The second stage occurs when contractions start; after the first puppy is born, the rest usually follow at 10-to-60 minute intervals. The third stage is when all the puppies have been delivered, along with their afterbirths (one for each puppy).

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]]> http://www.dogloversmanual.com/how-long-does-it-take-for-a-bitch-to-give-birth/feed/ 0 Can My Pregnant Bitch Be Bathed And Clipped? http://www.dogloversmanual.com/can-my-pregnant-bitch-be-bathed-and-clipped/ http://www.dogloversmanual.com/can-my-pregnant-bitch-be-bathed-and-clipped/#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 22:49:01 +0000 admin http://www.dogloversmanual.com/can-my-pregnant-bitch-be-bathed-and-clipped/ Can My Pregnant Bitch Be Bathed And Clipped?Yes, but if she struggles with wet bathing it is safer to use a dry shampoo. When wet bathing, ensure she has a non-slip surface to stand on, you have someone to hold and steady her, and that you dry her properly afterwards.

Towards the end of pregnancy, trim excess hair from her trousers, skirt (stomach) and very carefully from around the teats. The first two will aid hygiene and ease of delivery, and the last will make it easy for the puppies to find the nipples and to suckle.

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