Newborn Puppy Checkups: Important Steps from Birth to Growth

The arrival of a newborn puppy is always a joyous occasion, but in the midst of the festivities, don’t forget to give them the necessary medical checkups. A newborn puppy checkup will not only help you understand their health status, but will also help you identify potential problems in time for their healthy growth. In this article, we will give you a detailed introduction to the newborn puppy’s in vitro diagnosis steps and precautions.

1.Initial observation at birth

Newborn puppies should have clean fur, bright eyes, pink nose and plenty of vigor. Observe whether the umbilical cord is dry and contact your veterinarian immediately if you notice bleeding or abnormal discharge. In addition, the weight of the newborn puppy should be within the normal range, usually 300-500 grams.

2.Preparation before medical checkup

Before taking your newborn puppy for a medical checkup, you should make sure that they have received all the necessary vaccinations. At the same time, you should make an appointment with the veterinarian in advance and inform him of the newborn puppy’s date of birth, the health status of the mother dog and other information. In addition, you should prepare the relevant information of the newborn puppy, such as breed, sex, date of birth, etc.

3.The contents of the physical examination（in vitro diagnosis）

Weight measurement: Recording the weight of the newborn puppy on a regular basis will help monitor its growth. The veterinarian will determine whether the puppy is getting enough nutrition based on weight and other indicators.

Appearance check: Observe whether the puppy’s bones are developing normally, whether there is any abnormality in the coat, and whether the mouth, eyes and ears are clean. The tail, feet and reproductive organs should also be examined.

Auscultation: Use a stethoscope to check the newborn puppy’s heart and lungs to make sure their heart is beating strongly and their lungs are breathing normally.

Palpation: Find out if the puppy’s digestive system is normal by touching their abdomen. Also, check internal organs such as the liver, spleen and kidneys.

Vision Examination: By observing the puppy’s response to light and eye movements, the puppy’s vision is initially judged to be normal.

Vigor observation: Observe the vigor, responsiveness and motor coordination of the newborn puppy to determine whether its nervous system is normal.

A newborn puppy veterinary exam consists of the following:

Infectious disease testing: such as distemper, microtia, coronary, etc. These infectious diseases may lead to the acute death of the dog.

Blood tests: can check for inflammation, anemia, and coagulation disorders in the dog’s body.

Body surface examination: This includes ear canal examination, dermatologic examination, stool examination, etc. It can determine whether the dog is suffering from ear mites, dermatologic diseases, parasites and other diseases.

Vaccination status: The veterinarian will check if the dog has been vaccinated, if not, he will recommend timely vaccination.

Physical condition assessment: The veterinarian will assess the overall physical condition of the dog to determine if there is any malnutrition, dehydration, etc. and give appropriate care recommendations.

Veterinary checkups for newborn puppies are very important to help identify and deal with potential health problems in a timely manner to ensure your dog’s health and well-being.

About Antigenne

As a pioneer in the field of pet health and disease diagnostics, Antigenne has successfully launched a new brand, Itgen, which is dedicated to providing pet owners with accurate and efficient ELISA testing services and allergen test for the health and well-being of pets.

Since its inception, Antigenne has specialised in the development and manufacture of high quality pet health diagnostic products. As an industry leader, the company understands the importance of pets to every family, and therefore always puts the health and safety of pets first. Through continuous technological innovation and product development, Antigenne has successfully launched the Itgen brand, injecting new vigour into the pet health diagnostic field.

With ELISA technology as the core, Itgen provides accurate disease diagnosis services for pet owners. ELISA technology is a commonly used biochemical analysis method that can effectively determine the health status of pets by detecting the presence and concentration of antibodies or antigens, and the ELISA kits of the Itgen brand are highly sensitive and specific, capable of accurately identifying a variety of pathogens and disease markers, and can be used for the detection of a variety of diseases. pathogens and disease markers, providing strong support for early detection and treatment of pet diseases.

Antigenne, holding the banner of enjoying living together with animals and protecting the health both of animals and humans, is dedicated to building a harmonious society for humans and animals. Insisting on the values of innovation, honesty and integrity, sticking to the principle of “quality is the cornerstone of future existence.” through innovative products and dimensional services, Antigenne is looking forward to cooperating with you and expecting to create a bright future with a win-win result. 

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