Make sure the puppies are nursing every few hours during the first few weeks. They should eat every 2-4 hours at minimum. Happy puppies are sleeping puppies; if they are crying a lot, they may not be getting enough nutrition. Check for fat little bellies and clean coats to signal that they are well cared for.  Try weighing the puppies on a digital scale to make sure that they are gaining weight every day. Puppies should double their weight in the first week.  Do not disregard a puppy looking skinnier or less active than the other puppies. Take him to your veterinarian right away.  He may require supplemental feeding or other help. If after the first few days, you see the rest of the puppies growing and one that is still small and skinny, this may be a sign of insufficient feeding or another problem. Take the puppy to a vet right away for an exam immediately. Newborn puppies, like newborn humans, can get sick and dehydrated quickly. As the puppies get older and more mobile, the confined area will get messier. Cleaning up after the puppies at least 2-3 times per day will be needed to keep the whelping box sanitary. Puppies need healthy socialization to their new world, including introductions to people. Hold each puppy several times per day. Get the puppies accustomed to being touched everywhere on their bodies so that it will not seem strange when they are older. If you are selling or giving away the puppies, wait until they are 8 weeks old before handing them over to the new owners. In some states, like California, it is illegal to sell or give away puppies before 8 weeks of age.  Puppies should be fully weaned and eating dog food on their own before they leave for a new home. Starting a deworming and vaccination program is often recommended before the pup leaves. Consult with your veterinarian and follow her recommendations.
تفقد الجراء أثناء الرضاعة. تفقد الجراء للبحث عن التشوهات. حافظ على نظافة صندوق الولادة. ساعد الجراء على الاختلاط مع العالم الواقعي الجديد. انتظر حتى تبلغ الجراء 8 أسابيع قبل أن تبدأ بفصلهم عن الأم.