Dog Whelping Supplies
If you’re a breeder, animal shelter, or organization caring for dogs, having the right supplies on hand is essential for a smooth birthing process, also known as whelping. Revival Animal Health offers a wide selection of dog breeding and whelping supplies to help you stay prepared.
Before Birth
Prenatal vitamins support a healthy body and smoother birthing process. Supplements like Breeder's Edge® Oxy Mate® Prenatal contain folic acid, iron and zinc for good blood flow and red blood cell production.
The mother will need to be made comfortable before whelping, so be sure to prepare a whelping box with a soft bed. Whelping pads let you create a sanitary area that easily soaks up fluids, and they can be cut to fit the size of the box.
You'll also need to gather cleaning and disinfection materials and other supplies ahead of time, including but not limited to:
- Disinfectant cleaners and chlorhexidine to protect against microorganisms
- Bulb syringes to suck mucus out of the puppies' noses
- Umbilical scissors, clamps and iodine for cutting and protecting umbilical cords from infection
- A thermometer to check that the mother's and puppies' temperatures are at appropriate levels throughout the process
- A digital scale for weighing the puppies
During Birth
During whelping, it's essential for the mother to have calcium to encourage effective contractions in the uterine muscle. Products like Breeder's Edge® Oral Cal Plus™ calcium gel with MCT and dextrose support normal contractions during birth and can offer extra energy and alertness.
As the puppies are born, a bulb syringe or mucus trap allows you to clear out mucus and fluids and help them breathe. After you cut the puppies' umbilical cords, have an iodine dip on hand to help deter navel infections and encourage faster drying of the cord.
After Birth
Nipples, feeding tubes and bottles may be necessary for small, weak puppies that need extra care, along with an oxygen concentrator and incubator for warmth and easier breathing.
In addition to prenatal vitamins, postnatal supplements can support the health of the mother and litter:
- Supplement mother's milk with Breeder's Edge® Nurture Mate™, an easy-to-administer tube of colostrum, proteins and nutrients to help puppies grow healthy.
- Feed Breeder's Edge® Puppy Lyte™ powder to both mothers and puppies to restore electrolytes, support energy and maintain hydration.
- Administer Breeder's Edge® Oxy Momma® to encourage lactation and supply necessary herbs and minerals to help the mother recover.
Buy Whelping Supplies for Dogs From Revival Animal Health
Stocking up on the right puppy whelping supplies makes it easier to facilitate a smooth, safe birth for the mother dog and immediately start caring for the pups when they arrive. Explore our range of whelping supplies above to buy what you need, or feel free to reach out to us if you need assistance choosing the right products.
We also provide multiple resources on our site to help you through the whelping process. Read through our complete whelping guide for an easy checklist of the items you'll need, or view a webinar on how to facilitate a healthy dog pregnancy. Or use the Revival Whelping Kit as your customizable, one-stop shop for all the essential supplies you need to support a successful whelping.