It is generally not allowed to not feed a newborn puppy overnight, because a newborn puppy is relatively fragile and consumes less food. If you do not feed it overnight, it may cause physical discomfort. Therefore, it is recommended to feed the puppy regularly, which can supplement nutrition for the puppy and is conducive to the physical growth and development of the puppy.
1. Symptoms that may occur if puppies are not fed overnight
Newborn puppies may eat less due to incomplete gastrointestinal development, and the puppies are in the growth and development stage, and their food will be absorbed and digested faster. If they are not fed overnight, the puppies may lack nutrition, resulting in hypoglycemia. In severe cases, they may also experience lower body temperature and shock. If this happens, the puppy should be taken to the hospital for treatment in time and standardized and effective treatment should be carried out with the help of a doctor.
2. Feeding methods for newborn puppies
After the puppies are born, it is recommended that the owner let the female dog feed directly, because the nutritional content of breast milk is relatively comprehensive and has maternal antibodies. The breastfed puppies will have stronger resistance and can resist infections from viral diseases such as parvovirus, canine distemper virus, and canine coronavirus. If you cannot drink breast milk and need to feed your owner, it is recommended to use pet-specific milk powder for feeding. During the feeding process, you should control the eating speed and amount of food to reduce the risk of choking, which is beneficial to the health of the puppy.
3. How to take care of newborn puppies on a daily basis? Due to their imperfect physical development and insufficient ability to regulate their own body temperature, the owner should create a warm sleeping environment for the puppies. If necessary, use electric blankets, blankets and other warm items. Moreover, the puppy has poor resistance and needs to clean the dog's kennel regularly to ensure the hygiene of the puppy's living environment and avoid the puppy's infection with parasites and causing physical discomfort.