Scoop up the precipitate into a Â¼ teaspoon until it is as full as possible. Place the Â¼ teaspoon of precipitate into its labeled cup. Place Â¼ teaspoon of sodium bicarbonate and calcium chloride into their labeled cups. Add 25 mL of water to each cup and gently swirl until the solids dissolve as much as possible.
Introducing Water. When they're about 3 weeks of age you can introduce puppies to water by providing a shallow water dish outside the whelping box or sleeping area. Puppies at this age are beginning to explore their environments and will be able to find the dish. They will invariably make a mess.
Make sure they have clean water, as well. At 5 weeks of age, the puppies can begin roaming in a larger area. Make sure paper is available for them to potty on. You will want to guide them to the area after eating, play sessions and after they nap. In addition, plan on a veterinary visit for a checkup and deworming.