New Puppy Owners Page

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This page is dedicated to the New Puppy Owner and has some answers to questions ranging from feeding to breeding! We hope it will help you along the way...

Feeding Your New Puppy Through Adulthood

Hello! Congratulations on your purchase of a Sharp Pom! We want you to know that your new puppy has gotten the very best start in life, filled with lots of love and good nutrition. We feed IAMS adult and puppy formulas. When you receive your new puppy you will also receive an IAMS puppy kit. We suggest that you do not change your puppy's diet but if you do, here is how to gradually make the change:

Days 1 & 2 3/4 IAMS to 1/4 new puppy food

Days 3 & 4 1/2 IAMS to 1/2 new puppy food

Days 5 & 6 1/4 IAMS to 3/4 new puppy food

Day 7 All New Puppy Food

ALSO: Switching foods is not only stressful on a new puppy's stomach, but so is switching water at times. We suggest that you buy a gallon of bottled water and gradually mix it with tap water to let your puppy adjust to it. Stress, new surrounding, a trip to his new home and new food and water can cause stomach upset and loose stools. After a week your new puppy should feel right at home and do well with his new family and surroundings.

POTTY TRAINING: We also start your new puppy on paper training before you take her home. Its very important to be persistent in training your new baby. If puppy has an accident you can keep a bottle of water mixed with vinegar to hide the scent so puppy wont go back to the scene. I dont like to let my puppies outside until all vaccines are completed but you can have a designated area where your puppy can relieve himself and become familiar with.

VACCINATIONS & HEALTH EXAMS:

When you get your new puppy home he will have had at least 2 vaccinations and a series of wormings. I provide you with a schedule of vaccines due and you can take that with you to your Veterinarian to keep track on when they are due. It is extremely important that you keep up with ALL vaccinations as puppies need to be protected from diseases. I always keep my pups away from shoes, other dogs and parks until all vaccinations are completed. When your puppy has completed his series of puppy vaccinations, he will need to go back for his yearly exam and booster shot. Please do this on schedule, a little prevention goes a long way and will keep your Pom healthy and happy!

Supplies To Have On Hand!

FOR HOME: Food & Water dishes - Nutrical - IAMS puppy food - Collar & Lead - Puppy Training Pads - Chewy Toys - Play Toys- Puppy Treats - Bed & Blanket -

WHELPING SUPPLIES: Your Veterinarian's phone number in case of an emergency. - Heating Pad to keep pups warm.- Thermometer to check rectal temperature of Dam. - Iodine to put on umbilical cord. - Scissors to clip umbilical cord.- Dental Floss to tie off umbilical cord. - Bulb Syringe to suction the puppies mouth and nose. - Fresh Newspapers to keep the whelping area clean. - Clean Towels & Washcloths - Sterile gloves - KY Jelly - Pad & Pen to record births - Nutrical for mom and stressed puppies. - Clean Whelping Box - Blankets - Fresh Water for Mom

SEE PICTURES OF LABOR AND DELIVERY BELOW:

If you have questions please dont hesitate to email me anytime! sharppoms@citlink.net

~ C-SECTION TIPS ~

In the stressful event your Pom will need a c-section here are a few tips that may be of help.

1. Ask you Veterinarian to save some of the puppies placentas and rub them on the pups and on the dam so that when she awakens she will have the scent on her and the pups, some moms do not always accept there newborns after a c-section.

2. If your dam is not nursing or snapping at her pups, hold her on your lap while petting and talking to her so the pups can nurse, sometimes a new mom will just need to experience the whole feeling of being a mom and thats all that is needed for her to accept them.

3. As I have learned some moms are a little nervous and get snippy when it comes to there food. If your dam is grouchy do not leave food in with her. Sometimes if they drop some and a puppy gets to close to it the mom may snap or hurt them, though rare it happens. ALSO a small puppy can choke on kibble.

4. Never leave deep dishes of water either because the puppies can drown easily even in shallow water dishes. Keep water dish attached high enough where the puppies can not reach it.

5. If mom hurts the puppies it is best to hand raise them. You can tube feed most newborns with a number 5 french feeding tube and Esbilac puppy formula. Hold the tube at the end and measure frtom the last rib on the puppy and mark where the tube ends at the pups mouth and mark it off. You will also need a 10 cc syringe and start off with 4 cc per feeding depending on the weight of the pup. Inserting the tube may be difficlt at first but can mastered fairly easy, ask your Vet to show you how to do this, IT CAN & WILL SAVE LIVES!!

This information is not intended to replace your Veterinarian's instructions, but a help resource in the event you are having trouble with the new C-Section mom.

AKC Registration Application

When you purchased your new Pomeranian Puppy you received an application to register your puppy with the AKC (American Kennel Club). You need to fill out the name you wish to be on your pups paper. If your puppy is sold with limited AKC registration I will check the limited registration box. Limited means you can not register a litter from this Pomeranian if he/she is bred. Full registration means that your new Pom can register future litters with the AKC.

"The Puppy Uglies Stage"

This little collage is just a look at some of the changes your new Pom puppy will go through. They lose there puppy coat at about 4 months old and go through a stage sometimes referred to as the "Uglies". Not to worry, your Pomeranian will blossom in time, most coats come in around 9 months though some take a bit longer. Also with this change you may see a change in the color of your Pom. This is normal and happens quite often in Blue Sables and some other colors. They may get lighter or darker as there adult coat comes in. As you can see, your newborn Pom puppy makes many changes in appearance the first year. They are beautiful little dogs and once you own one you always will! They are beautiful, intelligent, loving companions and all of our puppies are socialized from day one. As Sharp Poms slogan has always been, "Lovingly Raised From Our Family To Yours!" Thank you for stopping by our website, we hope you have a Blessed Day!

Lovingly Raised From Our Family To Yours!

Each of our babies are raised in our home with our family giving them lots of one on one attention daily! They are extremely lovable, playful, healthy little furballs! We love these little blessings so very much and want only loving indoor homes for our babies. They are truly a gift from above!

Below is a picture of our Blue Parti Skye in Pre-Labor, then whelping her first pup, and finally nursing the litter! The bottom picture are the same beautiful puppies at 7 weeks! All 3 healthy & happy little blessings!

This information is what you can expect in normal deliveries, if you suspect a problem contact your Veterinarian at once. Whelping a litter is not always easy and complications do arise from time to time. We suggest spaying or neutering your new Pom to avoid this sort of problem. ~ This is only a brief description of what can happen during labor and delivery. Please keep your Veterinarians number handy in case of complications. ~

This is a very exciting time! I look forward to each and every breeding, pampering the moms-to-be and waiting for that beautiful blessed day of delivery! I usually switch from IAMS adult mini chunks to IAMS puppy formula 6 weeks after the first breeding. The extra calcium is beneficial to the growing puppies and mom.

Most but not all deliveries go as smooth as we would like. That is why it is very important to know the facts if you decide to breed your Pomeranian. I recommend spaying and neutering your new companion. Sometimes a puppy may be to large and get stuck in the birth canal, or mom may become to stressed out leaving no option but to have a C-Section. There are many things that can and do go wrong during this very critical time. It's important to be ready in case of such as emergency and have your Veterinarians number close by!

Phase 1 starts with Pre Labor. This is where your female will have a drop in temperature from about 101 degrees or so to between 97.5 to 99 degrees. This is good indication that labor is starting. Your female will hide under beds, or dark quiet places and may even refuse to eat even her favorite foods and start to scratch at newspapers, blanket, etc. She will also rest alot during this time in preparation for the coming delivery.

Next we have the pushing stage. Some females push quietly while others, especially first time moms may cry and become very nervous. Stay with her and talk gently to her and rub her belly often. This will help calm her and she loves having you there! When a puppy is coming you can tell by looking at her backside between her vulva and anus you will see a bulge, that is a puppy coming down ready to be born! You will also notice a sack that looks like a shiny bubble coming through her vaginal area, sometimes a puppy is head first and sometimes feet first. Most pups come out without assistance but sometimes you may need to assist if a puppy is to large. You will need some ky jelly and sterile gloves along with a clean dry washcloth. Gently grasp the feet of the puppy and pull slightly only when she pushes. If you need to, insert a finger lubricated with ky jelly and that may make it easier for the puppy to be born. After the puppy arrives break away the membranes from her face first, head facing down to avoid getting additional fluid in her nose and mouth and suction her little mouth and nose. You can also gently but briskly rub the puppy with a towel to stimulate crying and always let mom lick and clean her. I usually let mom eat a few afterbirths to stimulate contractions and I also make sure the puppies start to nurse shortly after birth to help with milk letdown and contractions.

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*Welcome To Our "New Puppy Owner's" Page...* *This page is dedicated to the New Puppy Owner and has some answers to questions ranging from feeding to breeding! We hope it will help you along the way...*
Feeding Your New Puppy Through Adulthood Hello! Congratulations on your purchase of a Sharp Pom! We want you to know that your new puppy has gotten the very best start in life, filled with lots of love and good nutrition. We feed IAMS adult and puppy formulas. When you receive your new puppy you will also receive an IAMS puppy kit. We suggest that you do not change your puppy's diet but if you do, here is how to gradually make the change: *Days 1 & 2 3/4 IAMS to 1/4 new puppy food* *Days 3 & 4 1/2 IAMS to 1/2 new puppy food* *Days 5 & 6 1/4 IAMS to 3/4 new puppy food* *Day 7 All New Puppy Food* ALSO: Switching foods is not only stressful on a new puppy's stomach, but so is switching water at times. We suggest that you buy a gallon of bottled water and gradually mix it with tap water to let your puppy adjust to it. Stress, new surrounding, a trip to his new home and new food and water can cause stomach upset and loose stools. After a week your new puppy should feel right at home and do well with his new family and surroundings. POTTY TRAINING: We also start your new puppy on paper training before you take her home. Its very important to be persistent in training your new baby. If puppy has an accident you can keep a bottle of water mixed with vinegar to hide the scent so puppy wont go back to the scene. I dont like to let my puppies outside until all vaccines are completed but you can have a designated area where your puppy can relieve himself and become familiar with. *VACCINATIONS & HEALTH EXAMS:* When you get your new puppy home he will have had at least 2 vaccinations and a series of wormings. I provide you with a schedule of vaccines due and you can take that with you to your Veterinarian to keep track on when they are due. It is extremely important that you keep up with ALL vaccinations as puppies need to be protected from diseases. I always keep my pups away from shoes, other dogs and parks until all vaccinations are completed. When your puppy has completed his series of puppy vaccinations, he will need to go back for his yearly exam and booster shot. Please do this on schedule, a little prevention goes a long way and will keep your Pom healthy and happy!			*Supplies To Have On Hand!* FOR HOME: Food & Water dishes - Nutrical - IAMS puppy food - Collar & Lead - Puppy Training Pads - Chewy Toys - Play Toys- Puppy Treats - Bed & Blanket - WHELPING SUPPLIES: Your Veterinarian's phone number in case of an emergency. - Heating Pad to keep pups warm.- Thermometer to check rectal temperature of Dam. - Iodine to put on umbilical cord. - Scissors to clip umbilical cord.- Dental Floss to tie off umbilical cord. - Bulb Syringe to suction the puppies mouth and nose. - Fresh Newspapers to keep the whelping area clean. - Clean Towels & Washcloths - Sterile gloves - KY Jelly - Pad & Pen to record births - Nutrical for mom and stressed puppies. - Clean Whelping Box - Blankets - Fresh Water for Mom *SEE PICTURES OF LABOR AND DELIVERY BELOW:* *If you have questions please dont hesitate to email me anytime! sharppoms@citlink.net* ~ C-SECTION TIPS ~ In the stressful event your Pom will need a c-section here are a few tips that may be of help. 1. Ask you Veterinarian to save some of the puppies placentas and rub them on the pups and on the dam so that when she awakens she will have the scent on her and the pups, some moms do not always accept there newborns after a c-section. 2. If your dam is not nursing or snapping at her pups, hold her on your lap while petting and talking to her so the pups can nurse, sometimes a new mom will just need to experience the whole feeling of being a mom and thats all that is needed for her to accept them. 3. As I have learned some moms are a little nervous and get snippy when it comes to there food. If your dam is grouchy do not leave food in with her. Sometimes if they drop some and a puppy gets to close to it the mom may snap or hurt them, though rare it happens. ALSO a small puppy can choke on kibble. 4. Never leave deep dishes of water either because the puppies can drown easily even in shallow water dishes. Keep water dish attached high enough where the puppies can not reach it. 5. If mom hurts the puppies it is best to hand raise them. You can tube feed most newborns with a number 5 french feeding tube and Esbilac puppy formula. Hold the tube at the end and measure frtom the last rib on the puppy and mark where the tube ends at the pups mouth and mark it off. You will also need a 10 cc syringe and start off with 4 cc per feeding depending on the weight of the pup. Inserting the tube may be difficlt at first but can mastered fairly easy, ask your Vet to show you how to do this, IT CAN & WILL SAVE LIVES!! This information is not intended to replace your Veterinarian's instructions, but a help resource in the event you are having trouble with the new C-Section mom.
AKC Registration Application When you purchased your new Pomeranian Puppy you received an application to register your puppy with the AKC (American Kennel Club). You need to fill out the name you wish to be on your pups paper. If your puppy is sold with limited AKC registration I will check the limited registration box. Limited means you can not register a litter from this Pomeranian if he/she is bred. Full registration means that your new Pom can register future litters with the AKC. *"The Puppy Uglies Stage"* This little collage is just a look at some of the changes your new Pom puppy will go through. They lose there puppy coat at about 4 months old and go through a stage sometimes referred to as the "Uglies". Not to worry, your Pomeranian will blossom in time, most coats come in around 9 months though some take a bit longer. Also with this change you may see a change in the color of your Pom. This is normal and happens quite often in Blue Sables and some other colors. They may get lighter or darker as there adult coat comes in. As you can see, your newborn Pom puppy makes many changes in appearance the first year. They are beautiful little dogs and once you own one you always will! They are beautiful, intelligent, loving companions and all of our puppies are socialized from day one. As Sharp Poms slogan has always been, "Lovingly Raised From Our Family To Yours!" Thank you for stopping by our website, we hope you have a Blessed Day!			Lovingly Raised From Our Family To Yours! Each of our babies are raised in our home with our family giving them lots of one on one attention daily! They are extremely lovable, playful, healthy little furballs! We love these little blessings so very much and want only loving indoor homes for our babies. They are truly a gift from above! Below is a picture of our Blue Parti Skye in Pre-Labor, then whelping her first pup, and finally nursing the litter! The bottom picture are the same beautiful puppies at 7 weeks! All 3 healthy & happy little blessings!
			This information is what you can expect in normal deliveries, if you suspect a problem contact your Veterinarian at once. Whelping a litter is not always easy and complications do arise from time to time. We suggest spaying or neutering your new Pom to avoid this sort of problem. ~ This is only a brief description of what can happen during labor and delivery. Please keep your Veterinarians number handy in case of complications. ~ This is a very exciting time! I look forward to each and every breeding, pampering the moms-to-be and waiting for that beautiful blessed day of delivery! I usually switch from IAMS adult mini chunks to IAMS puppy formula 6 weeks after the first breeding. The extra calcium is beneficial to the growing puppies and mom. Most but not all deliveries go as smooth as we would like. That is why it is very important to know the facts if you decide to breed your Pomeranian. I recommend spaying and neutering your new companion. Sometimes a puppy may be to large and get stuck in the birth canal, or mom may become to stressed out leaving no option but to have a C-Section. There are many things that can and do go wrong during this very critical time. It's important to be ready in case of such as emergency and have your Veterinarians number close by! Phase 1 starts with Pre Labor. This is where your female will have a drop in temperature from about 101 degrees or so to between 97.5 to 99 degrees. This is good indication that labor is starting. Your female will hide under beds, or dark quiet places and may even refuse to eat even her favorite foods and start to scratch at newspapers, blanket, etc. She will also rest alot during this time in preparation for the coming delivery. Next we have the pushing stage. Some females push quietly while others, especially first time moms may cry and become very nervous. Stay with her and talk gently to her and rub her belly often. This will help calm her and she loves having you there! When a puppy is coming you can tell by looking at her backside between her vulva and anus you will see a bulge, that is a puppy coming down ready to be born! You will also notice a sack that looks like a shiny bubble coming through her vaginal area, sometimes a puppy is head first and sometimes feet first. Most pups come out without assistance but sometimes you may need to assist if a puppy is to large. You will need some ky jelly and sterile gloves along with a clean dry washcloth. Gently grasp the feet of the puppy and pull slightly only when she pushes. If you need to, insert a finger lubricated with ky jelly and that may make it easier for the puppy to be born. After the puppy arrives break away the membranes from her face first, head facing down to avoid getting additional fluid in her nose and mouth and suction her little mouth and nose. You can also gently but briskly rub the puppy with a towel to stimulate crying and always let mom lick and clean her. I usually let mom eat a few afterbirths to stimulate contractions and I also make sure the puppies start to nurse shortly after birth to help with milk letdown and contractions.