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Why is my 5-day-old newborn puppy crying and refusing to nurse?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 4 days old

Hi doc. I've a newborn puppy at home. he is continuously crying from 2hours. I tried all possible things. I tried keeping him warm by placng him next to his mother the room heater is on. he drank milk but now he's npt drinking it. he is 5days old im not understanding the problem plz suggest me what to do

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on January 22nd, 2017

Poor Mojo! He could be crying because he is hungry or cold, but without seeing him in person, I can't say for certain. I can say that newborn puppies are extremely fragile, and whenever there is problems with them, they have to see a vet immediately in order for them to have the best chance of survival. I would take Mojo into a vet right away for medical treatment.

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