Why You Should Use Color-Coded Puppy Litter Identification Collars
Using identification bands is a very common practice in telling apart the litter of newborn pups. The collars you see pictured above can be bought in a pack of 12, with all varying colors.
Since most litters are usually smaller than 12, you may end up with a few spare colors to choose from. This review on Amazon shows a litter wearing these bands to showcase what they look like.
What You’ll Need to Care For Each Puppy
Additionally, it may be a good idea to stock up on a few other essentials. Some basic items such as leashes, bowls, and poo bags will go a long way.
You can see our list of essential items in our new dog starter kit checklist. In this list, we go over a few key items that will help with raising a puppy past its newborn stage. It is a great resource for letting potential puppy adopters know what they might need to look after their puppies.
One of the most important steps is marking puppies for identification purposes. One way to do this is by using a marker on your pet’s fur so that they can be identified from a distance. A simple way to do this is by using a Sharpie marker to create unique identifiers on the fur.
Reusable, Washable Pee Pads to Start Potty Training
Having a washable dog pee pad solves a lot of problems at once. They’re super absorbent, easy to wash, and quick to dry.
Another recommendation from us would be to use a dog pee pad, preferably one that is washable. We’ve seen dog owners buy entire packs of dog pee pads that get thrown out once they’ve been used.
Newborn puppies pee quite frequently. Having a pee pads starts teaching them about designating places to eliminate.
Whether you’re a breeder and want to brush up on some facts or someone who was surprised with a litter to take care of. It could help to understand some of the fundamentals of looking after a new puppy litter.
Outside of finding the best way to identify newborn puppies, you may want to read more tips from this dog breeder website. They cover possible complications and help you to understand what is happening around you.