Anatolian Shepherd Prenatal Signs

There will be mucus flowing out of the Anatolian Shepherd female dog’s vagina 1-2 days before giving birth, which means that she is about to give birth. On the day of delivery, the dog almost stops eating and occasionally drinks water. The owner should pay attention to observation.

Anatolian Shepherd dogs need a comfortable environment before giving birth

Before giving birth (usually in the early morning), stay with the dog as much as possible. The Anatolian Shepherd female dog will start to tremble and will find a darker corner to burrow. At this time, you need to take out the prepared birthing box and put the dog into it. It can be a dog cage. Put a base mat and clean old clothes in the cage. The dog will dig and tidy it up to make it more comfortable.

Prenatal preparation for Anatolian Shepherd Dog

1. Prepare the delivery room so that it can wait for delivery in a quiet, comfortable and undisturbed environment. Generally speaking, you can find a secluded place in your dog's usual living space, or use the dog cage it is used to living in, put wooden boards, cardboard or other things on the outside, and put old bath towels, cloth strips, etc. inside. . Since puppies need to be kept warm after they are born, electric lights or electric blankets are also indispensable equipment in the house.
2. Prepare the thread for tying the umbilical cord. White cotton thread is preferred and the length is suitable for easy knotting.
3. Prepare scissors for cutting armbands, which must be disinfected with alcohol cotton.
4. Prepare a towel to dry the puppy when it is born. Just keep it clean.
5. Prepare several sheets of old newspapers to use as cushion during production and to wrap up waste.
6. Prepare iodine and alcohol for disinfection.