Whelping Checklist
Breeding dogs is an exciting endeavour, but it also bears a significant responsibility. Ensuring the welfare and health of both the mother and her puppies during the gestation period and beyond is crucial. To aid in this crucial time, it is highly recommended that breeders prepare a whelping checklist. This checklist serves as a comprehensive inventory of items needed during the whelping process and the subsequent care of the mother and her newborn puppies.
Why a Whelping Checklist?
A whelping checklist provides a detailed guide to ensuring that breeders are prepared for any situation that may arise during the whelping process. Having these supplies on hand minimises potential stress and facilitates an easier, safer delivery for the mother dog.
Puppy mortality is a significant issue in the world of dog breeding, with many newborns not surviving due to various complications. However, this can be significantly reduced with the right knowledge and tools – hence the importance of the dog whelping checklist.
What Is Included in a Whelping Checklist?
A whelping checklist provides a detailed guide to ensuring that breeders are prepared for any situation that may arise during the whelping process. Having these supplies on hand minimises potential stress and facilitates an easier, safer delivery for the mother dog.
Puppy mortality is a significant issue in the world of dog breeding, with many newborns not surviving due to various complications. However, this can be significantly reduced with the right knowledge and tools – hence the importance of the whelping checklist.
A good whelping checklist will give you nearly everything you need when it comes to the following major necessities:
- Whelping Box
- Whelping Kit
- Important Documents
- Feeding Kit
- Emergency Kit
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