Whelping Collars

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If the placenta isn’t passed straight away then it may break down and pass out when your dog goes to the toilet, around 24-48 hours later. Since most litters are usually smaller than 12, you may end up with a few spare colors to choose from. Some breeders prefer to put her food outside the whelping box, while others prefer to give it to her while she’s in the whelping box, but they make sure that it’s taken away and cleared up once she’s finished.

Whether you’re a breeder and want to brush up on some facts or someone who was surprised with a litter to take care of. For example, if a puppy ingests a poisonous substance, the microchip can be used to quickly identify them and provide vital information about their medical history. Take them in a separate box with something to keep them warm, such as a heat pad or a hot water bottle. When your puppies are born, it’s important that, initially, the whelping box is kept at approximately 29°C to 32°C. Some breeders like to help clean up the puppies, ensure they are breathing and cut and tie off the umbilical cord, while others prefer to let their dog get on with it themselves.Puppies are usually born head first (anterior presentation) or back legs first (posterior presentation). When puppies are first born, it’s important to keep them warm until they’re able to regulate their own body temperature better. She won’t usually need any help, but some bitches may focus on the next puppy that’s coming instead of caring for the one that’s just been born. If your dog would rather be left alone, then try to be involved as little as possible, or stay at a distance to help her feel less stressed.

Whelping usually takes most dogs around 3 – 12 hours to birth their entire litter, but this may be different for some dogs and may vary between breeds. Most dogs can whelp on their own, but sometimes, like humans, some dogs may have complications that can be dangerous to the mother or her puppies. You might have a hard time finding some because a newborn puppy is often referred to as a whelp or whelping.When you’re deciding where to put your dog’s whelping box, make sure that you choose somewhere that your dog will feel comfortable.

Some breeders are keen to help their dog with the cleanup by ensuring the puppy’s nose and mouth are clear and by rubbing the puppies to stimulate them to breathe. Make sure you have their daytime and out-of-hours telephone number saved in your phone or written down somewhere that’s easy to access. Also, try to choose a room where your dog can have a bit of peace and quiet and won’t be constantly disturbed. This is a natural instinct that comes to most dogs to help them find a place that is safe and quiet to give birth and care for their puppies. The more familiar you are with what normal labour should look like, the easier it will be to spot any possible problems before they become too serious.In addition to helping to reunite lost puppies with their families, microchips can also be used to provide important medical information in an emergency. ONE CONVENIENT PAD - Pet Parents Pawtect Pads premium washable dog pee pads are perfect for housebreaking puppies, protecting crates, pet carriers during trips, travel pee pads, piddle. If you’re concerned that your dog’s labour is too long, or isn’t progressing between puppies, then always speak to your vet urgently. These collars are for identification only, please do not use these collars for lead attachment or ID tags. Between puppies - Between puppies, your dog should seem comfortable and settled and care for her newborn pups until her contractions begin again.