Time for Samoyed to excrete lochia after childbirth

It usually takes about ten days for a Samoyed to excrete lochia. However, you can give your Samoyed some motherwort to help him expel it as soon as possible.

The difference between postpartum lochia and birth canal bleeding in Samoyeds

It is normal for Samoyeds to discharge lochia after giving birth to a puppy, but birth canal bleeding must be prevented. There is a clear difference between bleeding and lochia. , can be identified by quantity and color. At this time, the Samoyed should be helped to stop bleeding in time, such as injecting hemostatic drugs, but antibiotics should also be used, because blood is also a liquid that is conducive to the reproduction of pathogenic bacteria.

The formation of postpartum lochia in Samoyeds

The formation of lochia is mainly caused by the degenerated and shed maternal placenta, the blood in the fetal membrane blood vessels, the residual fetal fluid in the uterus, and the large amount of secretions from the uterine glands. In the first few days, lochia contains blood, so it will appear red; later it will gradually turn into a light yellow transparent liquid; and finally it will become transparent and stop being discharged.

Treatment of postpartum lochia in Samoyeds

The principle of treating postpartum lochia in Samoyeds is to promote the discharge of the contents of the uterus and uterine contractions and prevent infection. And properly isolate the dog baby, use broad-spectrum antibiotics, oxytocin, and provide sufficient nutrition to increase the dog's resistance.

Care for Samoyed’s postpartum lochia

1. In order to prevent the Samoyed’s immunity from being reduced due to childbirth, it is recommended that the owner disinfect and clean the Samoyed’s vulva regularly. Lochia will cause a lot of blood. and other substances on which bacteria are prone to grow, so they may cause upward infection and must be wiped clean in time. Clinically, 0.1% potassium permanganate water is commonly used as a cleaning solution because it has strong oxidizing effect and is non-irritating.
2. After delivery, the Samoyed should be given some glucose water, milk and light saline. Adequate drinking water and a small amount of meat should be provided 1-2 days after delivery, and the amount of meat should be gradually increased after 3-4 days. In addition to increasing meat for 5-6 days, the number of meals per day can be increased to 3-4 times per day, and clean drinking water should be maintained at all times; pay attention to the supplement of vitamins and trace elements, and exercise appropriately. It is normal for some dogs to eat very little within 1-3 days after delivery, but it must be distinguished from the disease at this time. It is also common to eat less within 1-3 days.