There are many types of dog care, including cosmetic care and physical care. The most important day for a female dog is when she gives birth to a baby. Let’s talk about the prenatal and postpartum care of the Scottish Terrier now.

The gestation period of a female Scottish Terrier is generally about two months, and appropriate preparations must be made before that. First of all, the house must be kept hygienic and indoor air circulation maintained. The hair around the nipples of the female dog should be removed to make it easier to feed the puppies in the future. The second step is to make a box for the puppies and the mother dog. The space should be as large as possible, and bedding should be placed inside. It must be clean.

After giving birth, bedding should be washed and kept clean frequently, and bedding should be kept warm. A female dog may become aggressive after giving birth, so it's best to leave her alone for a few days without disturbing her. The female dog must be fed calcium supplements, because the female dog's calcium will be lost with breast milk, and severe calcium deficiency may cause cramps in the female dog. So calcium supplementation is necessary.

Some dogs with poor maternal instincts may ignore their puppies and refuse to feed them milk. At this time, you can grab a puppy and try to make it scream to see if you can arouse its maternal nature. Always pay attention to whether the puppies are being squeezed by the mother dog. If you hear the puppies screaming, go and check. Puppies can be taken out to get more sunshine, which is good for them. Doing these things will ensure that both the mother dog and the puppies can grow up healthily. (Picture source: Internet)