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How to Remove Amniotic Membranes From Newborn Puppies

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If the mother dog has not removed the amniotic membrane from the puppy within one to three minutes after delivery, intervene and remove the membrane yourself.

Difficulty: Easy
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Things You'll Need:

  1. Step 1

    Clean your hands thoroughly with soap and warm water.

  2. Step 2

    Gently separate the amniotic sac from the puppy, being careful not to pull on the umbilical cord.

  3. Step 3

    Discard the sac.

  4. Step 4

    Place the puppy in a clean towel and rub vigorously.

  5. Step 5

    Use a soft, blunt-ended rubber air bulb to gently suck fluid out of the pup's mouth.

  6. Step 6

    Remove the umbilical cord (see related eHow).

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