Bottle-fed 1-week-old puppy got milk in his nose. Is he okay?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | unneutered | 10 days old | 0 lbs
Hello I have a One week old puppy that I had to bottlefeed him he was sucking the milk and milk came through his noseI guess he was sucking to hard But he seems OK he still moving around he’s whining in his tongue is Pink his body temperature is good so I just wanted to make sure he’s OK.
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Published on June 15th, 2021
Hello there, Unfortunately, this sounds like he may have aspirated milk which can quickly lead to pneumonia in a pup this young. I would monitor Carter and his temperature very carefully (99.5-102.0 is normal) for signs of infection which include lethargy, weakness, labored breathing, and decreased appetite. If this occurs, I'd recommend getting Carter to the closest emergency veterinarian as soon as possible. At his young age and size, he can become dehydrated and very ill very quickly. Here are links from a website I trust. The first is on hand rearing pups, the second is on pneumonia. https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951456 https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4952113 I hope this helps. I wish you and Carter the best of luck.
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Published on February 11th, 2018
With what you are describing I would worry about aspiration pneumonia. Since it is coming out of his nose, there may be a defect in the palate of the mouth or he just swallowed too much too fast. All you can do is keep him warm and bottle feed him to make sure he is getting an adequate amount until you can see a vet for further medicatoin
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