Feeding During Gestation

Question 1

Approximately 12-18 hours before whelping bitch may refuse _________ with a slight drop in _________ _________

Answer 1

Refuse food
Body temperature

Question 2

Offer ___________ and ____________ to Dam after all puppies whelped

Answer 2

food and water

Question 3

When should a Dam begin eating and drinking normally after parturition

Answer 3

Within 24 hours

Question 4

Queens typically gain between ___ - ___% of BW during gestation

Answer 4

12- 38%

Question 5

Queens lose ___% of gained weight at parturition and lose ___% of gained weight while lactating

Answer 5

40% at parturition
60% while lactating

Question 6

Queens should have a high quality and highly digestible diet with what four things

Answer 6

1. Adequate fat lvls
2. EFA
3. Arachidonic acid (omega 6)
4. Taurine

Question 7

For what two reasons do dogs and cats need sufficient calories during lactation

Answer 7

1. Sufficient milk production
2. Prevents drastic weight loss

Question 8

Milk is ___% water, which is why increased__________ ___________ is necessary during lactation

Answer 8

78% water
Increased water intake

Question 9

Calorie intake for lactating animals should be _____ - _____ x ___________ depending on the size of the litter

Answer 9

2-3 x maintenance