VMD 513: Pet animal Breeding, Management, Nutrition and Health Care (1+1)

CARE OF PREGNANT BITCH

• The gestation period is 60‑63 days.
• During the first month of pregnancy the normal maintenance diet is adequate.
• Give additional diet. It is good to add liver in the diet. ( 1g/kg body wt).
• Eggs, dairy products or other good quality, animal proteins can be given at this time. Supplement additional minerals and vitamins.
• Immunization for Distemper and Hepatitis during mid‑gestation period will give the pups passive immunity up to an age of six to nine weeks.
• Deworming with suitable drugs is also advisable during the mid gestation period.