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why responsible breeders weigh their puppies 2-3 times per day

11/4/2022

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It's critical for a responsible breeder to weigh their puppies for the first two weeks, three times per day! Some may think it's unnecessary or obsessive, I call it responsible.
Did you know that puppies are born with only a 60% chance of survival in the first two weeks!? It's the breeder's responsible to meet the other 40% and that starts with their weights!
I can catch a "fading puppy" or one that needs more nourishment or attention by weighing them THREE times per day. Many times, mommy doesn't want anyone touching her babies or moving them. So to make this less stressful for all involved, I weigh them in her whelping nest. She can watch the entire time and the little one doesn't feel the sudden movement of being picked up or put down. I weigh them in grams and each day celebrate the success of the weight gain.
If by chance there is a little one that is maintaining or losing weight, I immediately put my strategy of attention and care into action! Every hour making sure the puppy is eating, making liver water recipe (liquid gold to breeders) and making sure it's glucose level, warmth and sustaining life efforts are in place!
Breeding is not for the wearing, it's not 'just for fun' or something you should jump into without learning and being mentored by another responsible breeder! This is why it's critical to find a breeder whom goes the extra effort to care for their puppies!
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