In the critical period of weaning, puppies face several digestive health challenges that breeders and caregivers must address proactively. This insightful blog explores key factors affecting digestive safety during weaning, highlighting the impact of age, breed, and the presence of common pathogens like Giardia, Coccidia, and Parvovirus. With a focus on practical strategies for maintaining optimal digestive health, including diet, kennel sanitation, and the importance of a thorough diagnostic approach, the article serves as an essential guide for anyone looking to ensure the well-being of weaning puppies.
Tag: Puppy Growth
Charts and advice on monitoring and supporting healthy growth rates in puppies.
[BLOG] About puppies’health: 5 things to keep in mind when weaning them !
Transitioning puppies from milk to solid food is crucial for their health and development. Our blog shares expert advice on optimal weaning practices, highlighting the importance of timing, progression, meal frequency, hygiene, and specialized nutrition. These insights aim to reduce weaning stress and prevent common issues like diarrhea, ensuring a smooth transition for your puppies. Perfect for breeders looking to enhance their weaning process.
[BLOG] Doc, there’s one “ball” missing in this puppy: is it going to be a problem ?
In the world of canine breeding, encountering a puppy with a missing testicle, known as ectopic testis or cryptorchidism, is not uncommon, affecting 1.2 to 5% of male pups. This condition, where one or both testicles fail to descend into the scrotum, can have significant implications. For breeders, it means such individuals should not be bred due to the potential spread of unfavorable genetics and should be neutered to prevent health risks like testicular tumors and torsion.
DR. EMMANUEL FONTAINE 