Complete Information Regarding the Pomeranian Toy Dog
The First Signs
You waited until your female was ready to breed, you found a great mate for her and things seemed to go well. Now what? Not sure is your Pomeranian is pregnant?
You could have an ultra sound done, however it is usually expensive.
Here are the first signs that your Pomeranian is with pregnant with pups:
- She will act lethargic
- Her stomach will enlarge very quickly
- Her nipples will grow very large
- She will clean herself more thoroughly than usual
Helping Your Pomeranian Give Birth Warning Sign: If she does not tear a possible sac away from the puppies and does not lick them, you must help! If the puppies are still in a water sac, tear it open, clear away all fluids from the Pomeranian puppy's mouth and nose, and quickly rub the puppy to prompt it to breathe. If your Pomeranian does not bite the umbilical cord, get a piece of floss or thread, wrap it around about an inch away from the puppy's belly and cut the cord. The Pomeranian mother may take rests during labor and may do so up to 3 hours between puppies. Litters will be small, 1 - 3 Pomeranian puppies. Your Pomeranian as a New Mom:
You can allow your Pomeranian to give birth at home and you do not need to worry. Over 98 % of all Pomeranians deliver their puppies without assistance or complications.
What you will need:
1. A thermometer
2. Sheets, towels or a soft Pomeranian dog bed that you can throw away afterwards
3. Floss or thread
4. Patience and ability to stay calm in intense situations
About to Deliver:
Pomeranian pregnancy last approximately 55 days. Two weeks before your dog’s due date, begin to take its temperature. Have your Pomeranian in an area where she feels safe and comfortable. Use a rectal or oral thermometer but use it rectally. You should lubricate it and insert it about a half inch. Leave it for three minutes. Your dog’s temperature should be between 101 and 102.5 Fahrenheit. When your Pom's temperature drops below 100F, she should deliver the Pomeranian pups in less than twenty-four hours. You will absolutely want to put your Pomeranian in a small, cozy room on top of a lot of sheets - this will be a bit messy. If your Pomeranian does not go into labor within twenty-four hours after her body temperature drops to below 100F , bring her to the vet ASAP.
Stage 1 of Pomeranian Labor:
During the first stage of labor the cervix will dilate and contractions begin. This element of Pomeranian pregnancy can be extremely painful to the dog. She will be uncomfortable, restless and quite possibly pacing, shivering and panting. Your Pomeranian will not eat and she may even vomit. It will be normal to hear her whining. This is the most vital time to have her in a safe, soft place. Because of the mess that will be made when your Pomeranian gives birth, we recommend having your Pomeranian on a kitchen or bathroom floor, surrounded with soft clean towels and sheets. This is the longest stage of labor, lasting six to eighteen hours. When this stage is complete, your Pomeranian is almost there! During this period keep the mother’s environment quiet and calm.
Stage 2 of Pomeranian Labor:
As this stage progresses the water usually breaks and a white fluid is passed. You can gently move her from the Pomeranian dog bed to clean warm towels on a floor, but if you can afford it, keep her in her dog bed. The water may be expelled after each puppy or randomly during labor. Pomeranian puppies will usually be pushed out every half-hour or so after ten to thirty minutes of forceful straining. If you see the rear legs of a puppy protruding from your Pomeranian, you must help your Pom by gently pulling the puppy in a downward and rearward arcing motion. Gently! Pomeranian puppies are very fragile and easily hurt. It is normal for many puppies to be born feet first or sideways. As the pups deliver, the mother will lick the puppy clean and bite off the umbilical cord. It is important to let the mother do this. The rough licking of the mother stimulates the puppies to breathe and it gets their circulation going. Do not panic if she appears to be eating some of the afterbirth gook. It appears disgusting, but it is part of nature.
Stage 3 of Pomeranian Labor:
Once all the puppies have been born the dog enters this third stage of labor during which time the uterus contracts fully, expelling any remaining placenta, blood and fluid. Not to panic, just let your Pomeranian stay close to her puppies as you clean up. Once everything is clean, allow her and her pups to cuddle and snuggle on a new and clean Pomeranian dog bed.
Danger Signs -Take your Pomeranian to the Vet ASAP:
In about a month, your Pomeranian's appetite will begin to increase. She should begin to eat about twice as much as she used to. Your Pomeranian will be producing milk. At this time, she should be eating about three times as much as usual. Make sure to purchase a very high quality dog food, the best available, as it is vital to producing healthy milk. Remember, what she eats, the puppy/puppies will eat. Don't skimp.
When a Pomeranian gives birth, she will wean her puppies for 4 - 7 weeks. Some Pomeranians will have difficulty producing milk before their puppies are weaned. This can happen with an older Pomeranian or if your Pomeranian has certain illness. If this happens, see the vet immediately without hesitating, you will need to be given proper liquids to give to the puppies yourself. You will know if your Pomeranian is not producing enough milk if the puppies are very think, or always trying to suck on objects near them, as they search desperately for milk.
If your Pomeranian has a fever of over 102.8, is drinking excessive water seems depressed, bring her to the vet. It is normal for the dog to have a copious vaginal discharge following birthing and lasting for weeks. This discharge normally will be one of many colors. If the discharge is exceptionally strong and bad-smelling, this can mean there is an infection, bring your Pomeranian to the vet. Additionally, although 98% of all Pomeranians give birth without any problems, if anything seems out of the ordinary it is wise to then bring your Pomeranian to a vet.
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