As pet dogs become more and more popular, more and more owners regard them as family members. However, just like humans, dogs can experience difficult labor. At this time, they need timely assistance from their owners to successfully give birth to a...
As pet dogs become more and more popular, more and more owners regard them as family members.
However, just like humans, dogs can experience difficult labor.
At this time, they need timely assistance from their owners to successfully give birth to a healthy baby.
1. Symptoms of dog difficult labor. Once the pet dog experiences the following conditions, the owner needs to be alert: 1. Shortness of breath and abnormal fatigue; 2. Bleeding or abnormal secretions in the birth canal; 3. Continuous lower abdomen pain or diarrhea; 4. The dog refuses or is difficult to eat or drink water; 5. The dog loses its appetite or lies in a place for a long time.
These symptoms indicate that your dog may be experiencing a difficult labor and needs immediate assistance from the owner.
2. Preparation for midwifery In order to restore dogs with difficult labor as soon as possible, the owner needs to prepare the following tools in advance: 1. A clean cloth or towel for wiping the birth canal; 2. Saliva or lubricating oil for smooth passage; 3. Warm water for cleaning and replenishing moisture; 4. Anti-slip pads to ensure the dog's posture is correct and avoid danger.
Owners also need to make sure that the dog is in a well-ventilated room to avoid excessive excitement or infection.
III. Steps to midwifery 1. Check the pregnancy time Before starting a midwifery program, the owner needs to make sure that he is clear about the time of the dog's pregnancy.
This can calculate the expected delivery date of the dog and give a clearer midwifery policy.
2. Conduct preliminary examination. Place the dog on the anti-slip mat to check whether its birth canal has expanded. This is a necessary condition for the birth of a baby.
If the birth canal has expanded, you will see clean but slightly pus-induced transparent secretions.
If the secretions are turbid or contain foreign objects, wipe them with a clean cloth or towel to prevent infection.
3. Determine if you need help If the dog has dilated but still feels difficult, use saliva or venous moisturizer to lubricate the birth canal.
The owner needs to slow down his tone and calmly assist the dog to avoid panic.
4. Provide adequate food and water Dogs with difficult births need additional protein and moisture to maintain their strength and produce milk.
Owners should provide the dog with sufficient food and water during midwife, which often helps the dog to be born smoothly.
5. Seek medical treatment on time After midwife, the owner should take the dog to the local veterinary clinic on time to ensure their health and prevent various comorbidities caused by difficult labor.
In short, owners should always pay attention to the health of their pet dogs, help them through the difficult period of labor in a timely manner, and ensure their health and happiness throughout their lives.
