Puppy Intensive Care: A Breeder's Guide to Care of Newborn Puppies

Highly recommend for the new breeder. And even the experienced breeder. Lots of useful information to set fear’s aside and get done. But also to be prepared incase things do not go according to plans.

I love this and all of Myra Savant Harris' books. I never whelp without them! And have them on hand for review and quick look up even once labor is underway. I like to tab with post-its and highlite parts I feel are important for what I might experience or can't remember well when I'm stressed in the midst. This book greatly increases your chances of saving a newborn puppy in distress. (There is no greater heartbreak than a lost pup! It's heartwrenching.) This book teaches so much. For example, it tells about how and why a pup rejected by its mother is not as good as dead and/or not otherwise healthy! Far from it! It is very matter of fact, practical and step by step, covering a variety of scenarios. It also explains amongst many other things how to administer oxygen. Although I do not use oxygen (so far), I still found that section interesting and education for a time when I might go that route. Regardless, there is plenty of other content to help you survive the gravest of pup-mergencies. Also, reading Myra's books greatly enhances confidence which makes the owner and the mama more relaxed throughout. This book helps you feel ready for just about anything. It is not meant to be veterinary advice or replace veterinary care, but rather helps you know what you can handle on your own, avoiding needless vet trip, and helps save pups when it is impossible to get to a vet on time. I could go on and on. I swear by Myra's books. P.S. For the commenter who said there's did not come with a dvd, I would suggest contact Myra Savant Harris (she's on Facebook) and seeing what can be done. Also Myra has her own website and you can order through that instead of Amazon, and then if you're not satisfied you can deal directly with her. http://www.myrasavantharris.com/

While I understand why this book was written, it actually made me incredibly nervous about our dog having her pups. It had helpful information in it, but since (thank the Lord), everything went well with the whelping, it was needless worry. I wouldn't personally recommend buying this book.

I am a first time breeder and learned that sadly 30% of newborn puppies die. This book went the extra mile to put my worries of "what if's...." more at ease in helping me feel prepared for just about anything that could go wrong. The author shows such things as how and when to give your newborn puppies tube feedings, shots to hydrate, and oxygen. I really liked the warming box concept too!However, I reluctantly gave this book only 4 stars instead of 5 because in the DVD that is included she shows how to remove the dew claws on the newborns. I had never considered doing this before and ordered the tool used to remove them. But with further consideration I decided this was definitely NOT what I want for my puppies! I wondered why would you want to surgically remove something that God gave them? I've observed my own havanese use her dew claws to scratch her face and ears. I also reviewed clippings on YouTube explaining why dogs need their dew claws. I am now convinced that it really is up to the owners to not neglect to trim the dew claws regularly as you would the other nails to prevent complications. And only have a vet remove them as a last resort if your dog sustains repeated injuries from them.

This is a book that has very good information and is a must have for beginners.

Planning to deliver my first litter, I purchased this book to prepare myself. Tons of helpful info. I don't think I would have saved all the puppies if it weren't for the info in this book. It's a must read for dog owners delivering their litters.

This book and dvd are great! I learned so much. I have been through having puppies before and thought i knew a lot but i had soo much more to learn. This book is so informative, easy to read and to understand. Once i stared reading i didn't want to put it down! This is a must have for any breeder or anyone expecting puppies. I have been through losing puppies and that was so hard. I feel much more informed and confident now that i have this book! Wish i had this years ago. You will not be disappointed if you order. Thank you Myra!

The lady that wrote this is an RN that has helped countless women deliver babies. She has since become a dog breeder and has now helped save lots of puppies. She not only tells you what equipment you need but will actually sell it to you herself for what I think is a pretty fair price. She even gives you her e-mail address so you can send her questions through her e-mail. This book comes with a DVD that brings to life what she teaches you how to do in the book. All in all this is the only book that has ever made me feel like I will know what to do when I have a crisis with newborn puppies. In the book this lady says you can reduce your mortality rate by 20%! That's a lot! She says the average amount of puppies that die in infancy is 30% and that you can get it down to 10%. This book is so inexpensive that I think you can't afford to NOT buy it.

Even after breeding dogs for 25 years there’s always something to learn. No waffle just practical information. Cd is a very good idea for those unsure of tube feeding or sub cut injections. Even if you save one puppy it’s worth the buy. 👍🏻

Best book out there for anyone who is thinking of having a litter for the first time or really people breeding.

Fantastic read, really helpful resource that I hope I never have to use when our puppies are born

arrived on time havent as yet had time to read it fully but will be soon and watching the DVD hope it is as good as what other say, hence the 4 stars

Just what I ordered a good product