What should the owner do before giving birth?
1. Prenatal checkup
Dogs can be taken to the hospital for X-ray testing 30-40 days after pregnancy to check the number of fetuses to ensure normal fetal development.
2. Estimated due date
The date of the last breeding of the female dog shall prevail, and it can be pushed back 58-62 days. Around the day, most dogs will automatically look for darker corners of the house to avoid outside interference.
3. Prepare the birthing box
Prepare a big litter for the bitch, preferably wooden, or cardboard;
Size large enough for the bitch to lie down and accommodate the puppy;
There should be a certain height around the sides to prevent the puppy from crawling out and an exit for the bitch;
The inside of the crate is guaranteed to be smooth and free of water chestnuts to prevent scratching the puppies;
Place it in a sheltered, warm and quiet corner.
4. Medicines and supplies for delivery
Waste newspapers, clean towels, scissors, cotton thread, absorbent cotton balls, washbasin, hot water ,hair dryer.
It is best to have thermal insulation equipment such as hot water bottle, heater, electric heater, etc. in winter production.
5. Energy supplement before labor
The female dog may be out of energy during the production process. In order to replenish the required energy at any time, nutrition can be prepared. And digestible food, fed between births.
6. Body hygiene and cleaning
Groom and clean the dog one day before giving birth, and wipe the nipple with alcohol and clean the nipple, vulva, etc. Shave the hair around the belly.
7. Prepare a plan for dystocia
Dogs are usually delivered at night, and the owner should contact the surrounding 24-hour hospital in advance to prevent delivery Unexpected situations such as dystocia occur during the process.
