When should I take my dog and her new puppies to the vet after birth?

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  Answered By Emily, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on July 4th, 2017

  Is the puppies are nursing well and gaining weight steadily as well as Lady is doing fine the puppy should ideally get checked out between two and four weeks of age. This is to ensure they are started on the proper deworming protocol as well to do initial screens for any congenital issues like a heart murmur or other issues. However if they are not nursing well are there's any abnormalities with mom they need to be checked out sooner.

  

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  Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

  Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

  Published on June 21st, 2019

  Hi there. If mom and pups are doing fine, there's no need to take them to the vet right now - this can be stressful for both the mother dog and puppies, and can also unnecessarily expose the pups to illnesses. The pups will need to be dewormed at 2 weeks and 4 weeks, but you can do this yourself or pick up dewormer from your vet's office. As long as everyone is healthy, you can plan to take them in for their first puppy exams at 6-8 weeks of age.

  

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