Worming your Dog Pregnant bitches and bitches with young puppies should be wormed frequently. We recommend that bitches should be wormed before mating, after the first 45 days of pregnancy and after giving birth. They should then be wormed with their pups at 2, 5 and 8 weeks and after weaning.
Should I deworm my dog before breeding?
All vaccinations should be performed at least two weeks prior to the onset of proestrus. No vaccines should be administered to the breeding bitch or the pregnant bitch. Bitches should be dewormed biannually or more frequently depending on the kennel situation using Panacur® or Drontal Plus®.
How long after a female dog starts bleeding is she ready to breed?
From the beginning of the heat period she will be attractive to male dogs, but will usually not be receptive, or allow mating, until about 7-10 days later. The discharge will usually become less bloodstained at this time. Some females experience heavy vaginal bleeding during oestrus.
Can you give Dewormer to a pregnant dog?
Proven Safety. SAFE-GUARD Canine Dewormer is safe even for puppies and pregnant dogs and has no known drug interactions.
How long should you wait to breed a dog after a litter?
Bitches should not be bred until at least their second heat to allow them to mature. Their first whelping should be before 4-5 years of age or they are at higher risk of having whelping problems. Average length of the heat cycle is 21 days: 7 coming in, seven in (the actual breeding period), and 7 going out.
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