underdeveloped. The reason for this is that the bitch does not always have enough milk for all the cubs. The owner of the dog should take care of such puppies.

In order not to deplete the bitch, it is necessary to feed poorly developing puppies from the litter. Control over the growth and development of suckling puppies is carried out by determining their weight, which must certainly increase daily.

There are a variety of foods on the market today. puppies of small breeds of dogs of different ages. Complementary foods should be introduced from 3 weeks of age.

As complementary foods, you can use warm milk with the addition of sweet tea and raw eggs. In the early days, puppies are fed 0.25 cups of milk per day with the help of a pacifier. By the age of one month, the dose is increased.

When accustoming a puppy to feeding, you need to slightly push him to a bowl with a mixture. At first he will lick his lips, and then, perhaps, he will begin to lap. At the age of 3-4 weeks, puppies are given complementary foods 2 times a day, 4-5 weeks - 3 times, 5-7 weeks - 4 times.

Some dog breeders feed their puppies raw minced meat. However, this food is not suitable for them, since it does not cause active work of the stomach and intestines and is not fully absorbed.

At the age of 4–5 weeks, puppies are transferred to dry food, at the age of 5–6 weeks they are gradually taken away from their mother, leaving her only for the night.

So, gradually, puppies stop needing mother's milk and learn to take solid food.

Starting from the 5th week, puppies begin to be fed with milk semolina, from the 6th - oatmeal soup cooked in meat broth. The meat must be minced.

After the 6th week from the moment of birth, vegetables are added to the puppies' food. You can give them finely chopped raw meat, fish fillet, cottage cheese, yogurt, raw eggs, grated carrots.

Of the vitamin supplements, dog breeders recommend the use of fish oil. Start with 3-5 drops daily. At the age of 3 months, puppies can be given 2-3 teaspoons of fish oil and 1-2 pinches of chopped fresh herbs. With an upset stomach in a puppy, fish oil is excluded from the diet.

Calcium glycerophosphate can be given as a mineral supplement to puppies. In the first 3 months of the animal's life, feeding is given at 0.5 tablets; at 7–8 months of age, the dose of calcium glycerophosphate in the puppy's diet should be increased to 5 tablets.

The amount of food for a puppy depends on its age.
In addition, finely chopped nettles, raw tops of beets and carrots, or cabbage leaves can be added to puppy food.

The daily intake of vitamins A and D per puppy is approximately 2 to 10 drops. The absence or lack of nutrients in the body of an animal often causes growth retardation, various deviations from normal development. Experts also recommend placing chalk or wood pulp near the puppy's bowl. coal.

Many dog ​​owners are of the opinion that puppies should be fed a variety of foods. In this case, it must be borne in mind that the boiled food should not be very liquid or thick, it should not contain spicy seasonings and spices. You can not give pets frozen, and then thawed food.

It should be borne in mind that the amount of food given out for each individual puppy directly depends on its age and appetite and usually varies.

If after feeding there is food left in the bowl, the next portion of food is reduced. If, after feeding, the puppy does not leave the bowl for a long time, the amount of food should be increased.

There are a few basic rules to follow when feeding a puppy:

- do not feed the puppy from your hand or spoon, as in the future the dog will refuse to eat from the bowl;

The puppy must know its place in the house. You should not give him food at the table during dinner and in the kitchen at the moment when they are cooking there;

- if the dog refuses the food offered to it, it is not recommended to replace it with another type of food, since the animal, having learned that you can get something tastier, will continue to refuse ordinary products;

Do not force feed your dog if it refuses to eat. The reasons for this are often poor-quality food or the presence of a disease in a puppy;

- Do not teach a puppy to catch thrown food in the air. Food must be placed in a bowl. In this case, it is necessary that the dog does not pick up what falls on the floor.

7. Preparation and participation in exhibitions
For successful participation in various exhibitions and competitions with pugs, you need to work hard and prepare them accordingly.

One of the important moments in the life of every dog ​​is participation in various exhibitions and competitions, which are regularly held by kennel clubs. At such events, experts evaluate the external data of the animal and the attitude of the owner towards it.

In order for a dog to be able to take part in an exhibition or competition, it is necessary that it looks not only beautiful, but, first of all, happy and loved, which cannot be achieved without appropriate regular care.

Ongoing dog grooming is known to include activities such as daily walks, proper feeding, grooming, regular visits to the vet. Of no small importance is the special preparation carried out immediately before the exhibition.

Preparing dogs for the show
As a rule, the exhibition lasts for 2 days. The nervous system of the dog during this time is subjected to a severe test: the animal is visibly worried. This is especially evident in the first hours of being among many strangers in an unusual environment. It is for this reason that each dog needs special attention. The owner must always be near his pet, especially during the competition itself.

It is not uncommon for recognized favorites to be removed from the ring, who looked tired, as they were not walked out in a timely manner. In addition, you need to make sure that when walking the dog recovers.

In order to protect your pet from experiences, you need to try to pay attention in advance to the emotional preparation of the animal. It is necessary to teach the dog to walk next to the owner on the left side, so that during the next competition you do not have to pull it by the leash. In addition, the dog should not drag its owner forward. In order to prepare for the exhibition, you can train the dog at home, teaching it to walk in a circle. In order to teach your pet not to start a fight with the animal in front, it is recommended to train in the presence of another dog.

Do not forget to walk your pet regularly throughout the competition.

You have to work hard to become a champion
The last preparation of the dog, as a rule, is carried out immediately before the animal enters the ring. The owner should comb his pet thoroughly with a comb, brush, wipe his eyes with a cotton swab and wipe the dog's body with a towel.

Punctuality is one of the main rules that must be observed during the exhibition. Under no circumstances should you be late for the ring.

Inventory
In order to prepare a dog for an exhibition or competition, you must have special equipment. This includes the following items:

– leather leash and smooth collar;

- a small mat on the platform;

- pillow;

- brush for grooming;

- napkins, towels, sponges;

- 2 pegs, rope, curtain and a plate with an inscription (for a fence), which may be needed during the competition;

- a piece of net, which, if necessary, can be thrown over the animal in case of aggression;

- a spray bottle with water;

– first aid kit with bandage and antibacterial drugs;

- a piece of velvet fabric to give the coat a gloss;

- a notepad with a pen or pencil;

- cosmetics for dogs.

Dog food before the show
Before the exhibition, you should not feed the dog. Otherwise, the animal will move poorly, look lazy or tired. However, the dog should not be too thin. Therefore, special attention should be paid to the vitamin composition of the feed.

vitamins B5 и РР, которые в большом количестве содержатся в таких продуктах питания, как молоко, ржаная мука, листья салата, зелень шпината, картофель и печень, способствуют укреплению здоровья животного. For this reason, they must be included in the diet of the animal 2 months before the expected day of the exhibition or competition.

On the day of the exhibition or competition, the dog must be limited in food. You should not feed the animal in the morning with heavy and fatty foods - such as meat, offal, fish. It is recommended to give the dog light porridge cooked with water and without meat, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, such as kefir, curdled milk, cheese. Lean soup or broth in the morning is also a suitable food for an exhibiting animal.

Before the show, pugs should not be overfed.
vitamins группы В отвечают за состояние кожного покрова собаки и предотвращают возникновение различных дерматозных заболеваний.

Hair care
In order for the coat of the animal to meet the standards adopted at the exhibition, care for it should begin a few months before the expected day of the event.

It is necessary that the dog's coat be shiny and look well-groomed. First of all, it should be combed daily. In those places where the coat should be a little shorter, long