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Yes. It is always best for the puppies to receive the mother's milk. Colostrum is the first milk that the mother dog produces, which is necessary for the puppies to receive within the first 24 hours of life, so that they receive natural bacteria in their guts, and receive the mother's antibodies. If the mother is incapable of giving milk to the puppies, if the puppies were found without their mother, or the mother has died, you can get milk supplement in the form of a powder from a pet store. It works much the same as human milk formulas, and comes with directions for how often they should be given it.
Neither dogs nor cats should drink any kind of milk except milk formulated specifically for each of them. Even for puppies and kittens (that can handle moderate levels of lactose) the lactose levels in cow's milk and human baby formula will far exceed their ability to handle it and the resulting diarrhea can severely dehydrate them and even kill them.
Adult dogs and cats have no ability to digest lactose and should never be offered milk not specifically formulated totally lactose free and then only as an occasional "treat" not a regular part of the diet.
No. Only use a commercial canine milk replacer. Be sure to use one specifically formulated for puppies, as cow's milk and other milk replacer can cause diarrhea.
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Is it ok to give a one week old puppy milk?
As long as it is puppy milk, formulated or from the mother, it is fine for the puppy or dog to drink it through their life. However milk from other animals, such as cows, is a big no. All breeds of dogs are lactose intolerant unless the milk is specifically for dogs.
Can you give your 1 week old puppy canned milk when the mother wont nurse him?
No it cant get digest properly if it drink canned milk
How long do you need wait for a puppy drink milk of her mom?
You can give a puppy puppy milk as soon at its born, although it's better it give your pup mommys' milk the first week of brith it is ok to give your pup pups' milk.
Can 3 week puppy's drink pet milk?
Yes. But it is better to let the puppy feed off its mother at least for 4 weeks before separating it from its mother.
Can you feed your 10 week old puppy regular baby formula?
For the first couple of weeks your puppy should drink it mothers milk then liquid or mashed puppy food. So yes you can feed a 10 week old puppy regular baby formula.
What kind of milk do you feed a 4 week chihuahua puppy?
Whole milk is good u dont have to warm it up either but u can
How much milk can be drink by a 1 month German shepherd puppy?
a four week old pup should still be drinking mumma's milk, ready soon for weaning...
Can you give 3 week old puppies vitamin d milk?
Yes you can give a 3 week old puppy milk. Because I have a 3 week old puppy and drinks it fine. So the answer is yes
Can you give your 6 week old puppy milk along with its puppy food its being fed bakers puppy food?
no because it is old enough to eat puppy food. so giving the puppy milk is unnecessary for it.
Do 6 week old puppy's drink water?
I would not give water to a newborn puppy. There is no need for them to drink it, their mother's milk gives them all they need. To try to give a newborn puppy water could cause problems, such as possible choking, as well as chlorine, etc. in the water that could cause health problems.
What should you feed your 6 week old pit?
puppy milk
Can a 6 week-old- puppies drink 1 percent low fat milk?
Cow milk is not good for puppies. They can digest goat milk. However, the best option is puppy formula that you can buy in tin cans from most local supermarkets.
