Dog Breeding and Mating

They are soft because for one thing they're babies and also because they have some kind of special fluid in their stomachs and once the fluid is gone the puppy's soft baby fur sheds and then the baby fur gets replaced by adult fur. (this is why most dogs shed) But not only puppies have the special fluid but other baby animals such as kittens, birds, bear cubs, baby monkeys and other animals also have the fluid in their bodies. Plus the human baby has it, too. And there's your answer.

A puppy Shih Tzu can be at age 2 with a mate (dog) that is older or younger

Yes, if the male is heavier, help her if the weight is too much, if the female is heavier, no problem.

At 12 months it should be hitting the floor but that does not mean its fully grown into a full coat the shih tzu will have its full think double coat at about 2-3 year depending on hair type. now the hair above the nose is a different story it will be able to going a rubber band at about 6-7 months but wont be fully grown out till around 1-2 years. i am currently growing out y shih tzu puppy now and have a ale eho is full grown he has a full think double coat which is hard to remove mats because there's only minimal grooming aloud on a show shih tzu as far as cutting the hair so all mats have to be brushed, conditioned out.

they can get pregnant when they have their first season. In small breeds this is around six months. But in larger breeds it may be at one year of age

Depending on the size of the dog, I have had a litter as large as 6 puppies but the dog weighs 10lbs - i have also had a litter as small as 2 puppies but from a smaller dog. I have read that the average litter for a pomeranian is 4.

it ranges from around 1500-4000 dollars

No, you should never give human medications to your dog. Dogs react very differently to human medications and this could make them very sick.

You can usually deworm a puppy once he/she starts to eat on their own. However there are many different types of dewormer, and you should always check with your veterinarian first. Products like Strongid-T are ok to give to puppies under 6 weeks but should be monitered in case of any problems. 1cc per 22 pounds is given.

you need to take the dog to your vet asap. chihuahuas die easly. if your dog is a puppy that you purchased from a petstore or breeder recently there is a GOOD chance it is sick. needs vet care now. Serena Chihuahua & Toy Breed Rescue www.crar.org

I have had two female pugs and , it has gone into heat at 6-12 months, our vet recommended not before 1 should a dog have puppies, this is because the puppies would be to big for the mom....

No, baby rabbits are born naked and with their eyes closed.

Unless it's necessary to be helping the momma dog with whelping, you usually don't need to be touching the puppies right away. Some professional breeders may check the puppies for defects, weigh them etc. but it's not "required".

If you need to move a puppy, check it's health, help it 'latch on' to feed etc., only the person/s closest to the momma dog should do this. Letting too many people touch the puppies can disturb the mom and it's not good for the puppies either. They need time to suckle and bond with their mom.

Puppies younger than about three weeks of age pretty much just eat and sleep. That's all they need to do and it's important to their development that they get the chance to do this in peace.

No one outside of the immediate owner/s of the dog and puppies should be allowed to visit or touch the pups, as the risk of passing on diseases and infections is high. The only exception to this is veterinary staff.

Your pup/s will need first shots at around 7 weeks of age.

A breeding male is called a stud during mating season and a sire on the registration papers of his progeny.

sometimes but they are just being protective for it's babies like anyone would be if someone tries to hurt their baby

it might not last for long but the best thing to do is let them rest and don't give them as much fuss as you would usually do

Usually, your veterinarian has this kind of information. I can't give you further advise than asking your vet because the doses change from breed to breed and from dog to dog (specially if they're in different age groups).

Chow Chows can weigh from 20 - 32 kg.
I'm not sure I should answer this but to buy a purebred off the Internet(with papers!) can cost up to $1,000

At 3 months you should slowly starts giving the puppy puppy chow (hard food). Moisten it with water at first (until it is not hard and soft in the middle) and then after a week of moistening it with water, you should make it so it is harder in the middle, and then after a week of that you should try giving the puppies hard puppy chow.

Pugs are dogs. All dogs are mammals. They are born from the mother's uterus just like you were.

I HAVE A NEWBORN SHIH TZU PUPPY THAT HAS STOPPED FEEDING AND SEEMS TO HAVE A COLD. WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP IT GET BETTER. WHEN SHE IS AWAKE SHE CRIES AND HAS TROUBLE BREATHING BECAUSE HER NOSE SEEMS TO BE STUFFY. I AM DESPARATE PLEASE HELP

it can freeze and it will needed to be wrapped in a blanket

Also keep rubbing it gently but briskly to keep the circulation going. Send me a message if this is an emergency.

No, theyre are not born without tails. It has been a tradition to cut off a rottweiler's tail from a young age. This was done because they had a powerful tail and would hit it againt things and hurt themselves. However, the law has now changed so that it is illegal to cut off a rottweiler's tail.

ADVISE STRONGLY- get your puppy vaccinated at 6 weeks if older then now, do not allow contact with any unvaccinated dogs till all vaccinations completed, plus 10 days.
No walking- home backyard only, actually I would not let anyone near my new puppy unless they have vaccinated dogs.
when puppy gets shots at vet you will be advised of best vaccination protocol in your area

Generally around 3 months. That's usually when the adult teeth are ready to come in. They usually keep their canines until about 5-6 months. Around 6 months, they should have all of their adult teeth in. Sometimes for smaller dogs they may not start losing their teeth until about the 4th/5th month (probably something to do with them not chewing on toys as much etc.)

You don't. Vets should be the only ones to remove them.