Breeding - Puppies - Week 2 - 4

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Hooch On LogWeeks Two thru Four

1.  Begin increasing the dam's food, consider feeding 3 times a day
2.  Clip the pups toenails weekly
3.  Continue monitoring weight gain
4.  Make sure the dam is getting adequate food to maintain a good milk supply, watch for any signs of discolored milk (mastitis)
5.  Monitor the pups for signs diarrhea or coccidiosis
6.  Week four the pups should be wormed for the first time.
7.  Week four the pups should be introduced to solid food