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

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After my dog gives birth, when do I take her and her puppies to the vet for a check up, or do I need to? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 9 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

The best time to take the puppies and their mother to the vet would be at 6 weeks when they will get a puppy exam checking for birth defects, overall health, get dewormed, and receive their first vaccination against parvo virus.

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

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