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Puppies will need anywhere from 2 to 7 cubic centimeters (cc) of formula a day and should be fed 1 cc per 8 ounces of body weight. When feeding your puppy, make sure it’s lying flat on its stomach to avoid choking, and insert the nipple gently in its mouth. Burp your pups after feeding.
You Can Test It On The Inside Of Your Wrist To Make Sure It's Not Too Hot Or Too Cold, It Should Feel Barely Warm.
Wrap the puppy in a small towel for warmth and lay her across your lap. Puppies lie on their tummies and snuggle up close to their mom for warmth. You will need to keep on top of keeping things clean.
When You Are Ready To Feed The Puppies, Heat The Formula (Or Allow It To Cool, If You Are Just Making It) By Placing The Bottle In A Bowl Of Warm Water For Several Minutes.
You don’t have to pick them up because a puppy’s natural position as they breastfeed would be lying down. Make sure to wash your hands before carefully opening your puppy’s mouth with one finger. How much should you bottle feed a puppy?
If The Puppy Has A Poor Suck Reflex Or Is Unwilling To Take To The Bottle, You May Have To Tube Feed The Puppy By Placing A Tube Through His Or Her Mouth Down Into The Dog’s Stomach.
This can lead to pneumonia and possible death. Most bottles available for nursing a puppy hold up to 4 ounces of formula. A heat lamp is preferable;
Warm The Puppy With A Hot Water Bottle Wrapped In A Towel (To Avoid Burning).
When feeding, the formula should be slightly above room temperature. Popetpop feeding bottle for puppies is available in transparent color with a soft and comfortable nipple. Always feed a puppy face down on your lap or a table top, never hold it on it's back or upright, as this could cause it to choke or breath in the milk.
