Expecting puppies

Canine gestation runs ~58-68 days (about 63/9 weeks). Litter sizes range from 1 (toys) to 12+ (giants). Never breed without the parent club's full health testing (see each breed's genetic test list) - and know that reputable breeding usually loses money.

Big note: Breeding responsibly is a serious undertaking - this kit assumes you've read the cautions above and have vet support lined up. Most owners should spay; see spay_neuter_timing.

Name: Whelping Box for Dogs

Why: A safe, cleanable birthing space with pig rails to protect newborns

Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Whelping+Box+for+Dogs

Retailer: Amazon

Name: Digital Whelping Kit Supplies

Why: Bulb syringe, hemostats, unwaxed dental floss, iodine, scale - the assisted-birth basics

Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Digital+Whelping+Kit+Supplies

Retailer: Amazon

Name: Puppy Milk Replacer and Bottle Kit

Why: For supplementing or emergencies - never cow's milk

Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Puppy+Milk+Replacer+and+Bottle+Kit

Retailer: Amazon

Name: Gram Scale for Newborn Puppies

Why: Daily weight is the #1 newborn-health metric - a dropping gram count is the earliest warning

Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Gram+Scale+for+Newborn+Puppies

Retailer: Amazon

Name: Whelping Safe Heating Pad

Why: Newborns can't regulate temperature - gentle controlled warmth with room to crawl away

Link: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Whelping+Safe+Heating+Pad

Retailer: Amazon

Vet line: A pre-whelp vet visit (often with x-ray to count puppies ~day 55) is standard; confirm your emergency vet's C-section availability BEFORE the due date.