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Can I give my puppy cold milk? What about washing blankets with human soap?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 15 days old

Can I give my puppy cold milk or should I heat it up first? And also I wash her blankets with the soap I use to wash my clothes is that bad? Should I stop?

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Answered By Christie Long, DVM

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on January 3rd, 2017

A 15 day old puppy should still be nursing from its mother exclusively. If the mother has rejected it, you should be feeding slightly warmed puppy milk replacer (Esbilac is a good brand, available at pet stores) from a bottle. There is nothing inherently wrong with washing her blankets in the same soap as you use.

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