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by SuziesZoo on 02 September 2011 - 05:09
Should I be concerned that my puppies are only gaining any where from 40 - 55 grams a day?
I read that they should double their weight in the first week. I have not yet supplemented them. Mom has an unlimited supply of a quality grain free kibble and is given raw chicken 2x a day. I am worried that with 9 puppies she might not be producing enough milk to feed them all. Or I just may be an over protective worried grandmother :)
I read that they should double their weight in the first week. I have not yet supplemented them. Mom has an unlimited supply of a quality grain free kibble and is given raw chicken 2x a day. I am worried that with 9 puppies she might not be producing enough milk to feed them all. Or I just may be an over protective worried grandmother :)
by Red Sable on 02 September 2011 - 18:09
How do the puppies look? Do they seem satisfied?
by Niesia on 02 September 2011 - 19:09
If they are usually quiet, vigorous and plump I wouldn't worry especially if all of them gain approx same amount every day. Quiet, plump puppy means well fed puppy.
If some puppies gain more weight than others – it usually means that they get more food from mom. I would supplement smaller pups only till they catch up with their bigger siblings.
If some puppies gain more weight than others – it usually means that they get more food from mom. I would supplement smaller pups only till they catch up with their bigger siblings.
by Jenni78 on 02 September 2011 - 19:09
Relax, Suzie. I have never weighed a puppy, never moved them around to nurse, never supplemented, and never had a problem w/large litters. More important even than food for mom is hydration. Make sure her food is extra wet or bait her water w/chicken broth or something if there's a concern that she may not have enough milk. Mine has never had any problem at all w/9-10pups.
by Prager on 04 September 2011 - 20:09
Fast growing pups, extre suplementation, extra nutrition= higher probability of bad hips.
Prager Hans
Prager Hans
by SitasMom on 05 September 2011 - 02:09
Prager - ditto......
by SuziesZoo on 05 September 2011 - 16:09
Thank you Everyone. I guess I am just being a worry wort! Each puppy is gaining approx the same amount each day and they all look healthy... Any day now they should be opening their eyes - I can't wait :)
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