Preparing for a litter of puppies

Preparing a female dog nutritionally to whelp a litter of puppies begins even before she is bred. Veterinary nutritionists and reproduction specialists agree that body condition — a body fitness report card — has an impact on reproductive success. Andrea Hesser, DVM, DACT, a board-certified reproduction specialist, who practices at Josey Ranch Pet Hospital in […] The post Smart Breeding Starts With Healthy Nutrition appeared first on American Kennel Club.

Trying to potty train a litter of puppies is a tall order — in fact, if the puppies are under eight weeks, it is nearly impossible. Puppies younger than eight weeks have little bladder and bowel control, even if you try to train them. If...

You have done your research, choosing a breed of dog that is going to well match your lifestyle and you found a reputable breeder that guarantees the health and temperament of their pups. You know you have the chance of buying a puppy that is going to be a perfect compliment to your family but there is one last decision to make and often considered the most pivotal- how do you pick the right puppy from a litter? Read more about how to pick a puppy from a litter on the learn about nature…

The first 48 hours with a new puppy can be challenging. These tips will help you make the transition home for your new puppy easier.

Welcoming a new litter of puppies into the world is very rewarding, but dog pregnancies can be confusing and stressful, as well as time-consuming and costly. If you are considering breeding your dog, there is so much information that you need to know. You should be familiar with your breed’s standard and individual breed health test […]

This is how we litter train our puppies to help reduce the mess they make when their mother stops cleaning up after them. This is definitely not the only way to do it, but it's what has worked for us...

You wanna build a whelping box yourself? Not only is it a fun project, but it's also easy to adjust based on your dog's needs (plus: saving money). Learn how to make a DIY whelping box!

A new full member of the family is about to appear in the house – a cute little puppy. What needs to be prepared for his arrival so that the baby is as comfortable as possible?

Raven will have her puppies in less than one week and the questions remains: What supplies do you need before your dog has a litter of puppies? Do you have a whelping checklist?