Discover the 3 physical signs and 6 assessment tools that reveal when your puppies and kittens are truly ready for weaning—beyond calendar dates.
Category: Puppy Care
Discover best practices in puppy care, from nutrition to preventive health measures. This section provides breeders and new owners with the tools to foster healthy puppies ready for a bright future.
Can This Probiotic Yeast Help Save More Puppies?
Learn why Saccharomyces boulardii CNCM I-1079 is fast becoming breeders’ secret weapon against neonatal loss. Explore research on stronger guts, better immunity, and higher survival in puppies—no medical jargon, just evidence-backed insights every dedicated dog breeder should know.
Is Your C-Section Litter Missing Microbiome Protection?
Give your C-section litters a healthier start. Learn how microbiome transfer impacts growth and immunity—and discover practical, science-backed steps to optimize it in puppies and kittens.
How Big Will My Puppy Get? A Complete Growth Guide for Dog Owners
Curious about how big your puppy will get? Learn how breed, genetics, nutrition, and growth milestones influence your pup’s adult size. Find out how to estimate your puppy’s final weight and height!
How to Feed Newborn Puppies: A Complete Guide for Puppy Care in 2025
Learn how to feed newborn puppies properly with our comprehensive guide. From nursing basics to bottle feeding techniques, ensure your newborn puppies grow strong and healthy.
How Much Folic Acid for Pregnant Dogs & Cats
I strongly advocate supplementing pregnant female dogs & cats with folic acid. This recommendation is rooted in studies demonstrating its effectiveness in preventing cleft palates in dogs. While similar studies in cats are scarce, given that cleft palate remains the foremost congenital abnormality in kittens, I still think it is a good precautionary measure until contrary evidence emerges.
How To Use Oxygen In Newborn Puppies & Kittens
I often emphasize the 3-H syndrome—hypothermia, hypoglycemia, and dehydration—when discussing newborn puppy and kitten care because these are critical issues, especially during the first week of life. However, there's another crucial factor to consider right after birth: hypoxia.
What to Feed a Nursing Dog to Increase Milk
Babies who miss out on early breast milk face nearly six times the risk of dying within their first month of life—a shocking WHO finding that underscores just how vital early nourishment is. While we don’t have identical stats for puppies, we know that a newborn pup’s first milk intake—rich in colostrum—sets the stage for their immunity, gut health, and future growth. By focusing on proper care and support for the nursing mother and her pups, you can help safeguard their survival and give them the healthiest possible start.
Cleft Palate in Puppies & Kittens: Essential Insights
Discover essential insights into managing cleft palates in dogs and cats, a common congenital issue faced by breeders. This comprehensive guide offers vital knowledge on the causes, implications, and care strategies for puppies and kittens born with this condition. Understand the role genetics play in predisposing certain breeds to cleft palates, and learn about the critical care techniques that can enhance the survival rates of affected newborns. With a focus on early detection and intervention, this blog equips breeders with the information needed to address cleft palates effectively, ensuring the well-being of their litters.
The Premature Puppy Guide: Early Care for Fragile Lives
Explore the critical aspects of caring for premature puppies, from recognizing early labor signs to effective post-birth interventions. This blog offers essential insights into managing the delicate first days of a premature puppy's life, ensuring every possible measure is taken for their survival and health.
DR. EMMANUEL FONTAINE 