Border collie how long to wean

Border collies are generally weaned at 30-45 days after birth, as most female dogs are unable to sustain breastfeeding for up to 2 months, so during this time owners need to feed their puppies wet dog food, try to choose puppy food, and use warm water or goat’s milk to soften the dog food and then feed it. At almost two months of age the dog will be fully weaned, and the amount of water in the dog food will need to be gradually reduced at this time. It is not until 3-4 months when the Border Collie puppy begins to change teeth that it needs to be replaced with dry dog food, which is chewed several times to help the dog’s teeth develop. After weaning, the Border Collie’s gut is not fully developed and the milk teeth have not grown, so dry dog food is likely to cause problems with the puppy’s gut, which can cause diarrhea or vomiting in severe cases, which is very dangerous for the puppy, so a more delicate and soft, easily digestible wet dog food is needed. Wait until three or four months after the change of teeth and then start eating dry dog food, can also relieve the symptoms of itchy and painful teeth, but also need to be targeted to adjust the replacement time, especially those puppies with poor stomach and intestines, can be properly delayed dry dog food feeding.