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Dog breeding and pregnancy require precautionary steps to ensure a healthy litter of fine canine specimens. Get information on breeding and caring for dogs and puppies from a veterinarian in this free video series on dog care.
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To decide whether or not to breed a dog, consider how that dog will improve the breed with its perfect temperament and health. Breed a dog to continue a healthy bloodline with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Before breeding a dog, have genetic screens done specific to the breed, and analyze the dog's temperament to ensure a great litter. Follow these steps before deciding to breed a dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Pregnant dogs are fed high-quality puppy food, such as Iams or Eukanuba puppy food, in order to gain extra protein and calories. Prepare a pregnant dog for giving birth by feeding her nutrient-rich puppy food with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Caring for a pregnant dog involves getting a blood test at day 30 to confirm the pregnancy, x-rays at day 55 to determine the litter size and regular check-ups and weight monitoring to maintain the heath of both the mother and puppies. Care for a pregnant dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Choosing the right dog breed for a particular family or lifestyle requires considering the dog's activity level, temperament and size. Pick out a dog breed conducive to a given lifestyle with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Choosing a low-allergy dog that will not affect the owner's health involves looking for poodle, bichon frise, maltese, shih tzu and lhasa apso breeds. Find a non-shedding dog breed with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Allergy-prone dog breeds are canines who have a tendency to develop allergies at about six months of age that include scratching, sneezing and hair loss. Be aware of allergy-prone dog breeds with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Pregnant dogs go into labor between days 58 and 65, exhibiting nesting behaviors one week before and a reduced body temperature one to two days before giving birth. Anticipate a pregnant dog going into labor with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Caring for newborn puppies requires first keeping them warm and dry with absorbent towels, making sure they each get proper nutrition from the mother and monitoring their weight as they grow. Care for newborn puppies with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Signs of dog pregnancy are similar to in-heat behaviors like having a swollen belly, a decreased appetite, decreased energy level and increased neediness. Recognize the signs of a pregnant dog with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Delivering puppies requires being prepared for the delivery with warm, dry towels, making sure the mother is taking care of the puppies and letting the vet know that puppies are on the way. Deliver puppies safely at home with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
Picking up dog poop from the yard, park or street is important to maintain a sanitary environment for all the dogs in the neighborhood. Clean up dog poop to reduce the spreading of worms and parasites with tips from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
The history of miniature dachshunds includes being bred as hunting dogs in 1600s Germany, particularly to burrow for badgers and rodents. Find out how dachshunds were bred with their long narrow bodies from a veterinarian in this free video on dog care.
As 'man's best friend,' there is a welcomed obligation for pet owners to care for their dogs, and every pet owner knows that this can be a full-time job. Dogs lovingly weave their way into families, and much like a child that encounters the occasional accident, dogs can find their way into trouble as well. With that in mind, it's important to take care of dogs through grooming, veterinarian visits, health, nutrition, exercises and proper training. A healthy and happy dog makes for a happy home. In this free video series on dog care, a veterinarian discusses several dog breeding and pregnancy topics. First, decide whether or not to breed a dog based on their temperament, breed and health. Take the proper steps before breeding to ensure a healthy litter of excellent specimens. Find out how to care for a pregnant dog, and get tips on delivering puppies at home safely. To improve and extend a great canine bloodline, consult these informative dog care tips.
Dr. Pam Nichols Dr. Pam Nichols has been a veterinarian for 13 years. She owns the Animal Care Center in Bountiful, Utah, where they specialize in rehabilitation for dogs.dkdk
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