My 1-month-old orphaned puppy is weak. How do I care for him?

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how to take care of my 1month old puppy, he's always week, but he ate a lot and drink of milk a lot. i need help. everybody said he gonna die because he dont have a monther to feed him :(. Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | 1 month and 3 days old

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am attaching an article here which will give you detailed information on caring for orphaned puppies: http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=576 This includes a recipe for formula, though feeding them a commercial formula made specifically for dogs, such as esbilac, is best. They need feeding every few hours. If you feel like he is very weak, then I would recommend an exam by a veterinarian to be sure there isn't a medical cause for his weakness. They can look him over and be sure he is healthy, and help show you how to feed him and stimulate him to go to the bathroom if that is a problem for him.

My 1-month-old orphaned puppy is weak. How do I care for him?

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