as this is my first litter i am unsure of how long the process takes i would be really greatful if someone could get in touch and let me know i look forward to hearing from you
2006-10-23 22:23:03 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Each litter is different.
Were they born early?
If so sometimes puppies tend to do things a little later if born early.
Have a look at the puppies eyes and just see (dont touch) if the eye has any discharge or is still tightly shut.
I wouldnt worry though at this age.
2006-10-23 22:26:03 · answer #1 · answered by carolyn m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the time that they open so it will happen any day, keep watching!
Are their eyes clean and no sign of discharge of being swollen? If everything looks ok otherwise I wouldn't worry. If they still haven't opened by the end of the week give your vet a call and ask for their advice.
They must be so cute!
Enjoy your last few hours of cute quiet puppies because once those eyes open they will start their world exploration mission!
2006-10-23 22:45:55 · answer #2 · answered by PetLover 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Most puppies open their eyes at about 3 - 4 weeks old.
2006-10-23 23:40:51 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello!
yep it's pretty normal.
when we had our puppies a couple of them opened their eyes at just under 2 weeks most of them opened theirs at about 2 1/2 weeks and one lazy little sod waited 3 weeks and a couple of days to open his!! (but he did keep trying to get back to where he came from as well! lol!!) some just take a little longer than others.
hope this helps
Cat x
2006-10-23 23:12:08 · answer #4 · answered by pussycat_p8600 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes
2006-10-23 22:30:22 · answer #5 · answered by John H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think that that's normal my cat just had a kitten and the kittens eyes didn't open till like 2 to 3 weeks and she was opening her eyes little by little each day.but definably take them to the vet if it doesnt open in like 2 more weeks just in case
2006-10-23 23:16:23 · answer #6 · answered by divachick95 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, DONT try to hurry things along, it will all happen as and when its meant too. Why not do some research on line to help you. I remember how panicky i was when my dog had her first litter, now its a breeze.
2006-10-24 07:50:42 · answer #7 · answered by Roxy. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't ya just hate it when people nag that you shouldn't breed? Like, they've never been a beginner?! *exasperation*
Give 'em a few more days. How is mom? you might check to be certain they don't have any sleep goo sealing their eyelids shut... mom *should* take care of that but a warm wet washcloth *gently* can help if she's not.
2006-10-23 23:27:01 · answer #8 · answered by MotherBear1975 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes, that's normal - can take up to three weeks for eyes to open
2006-10-24 04:04:58 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it is normal. give them another week before getting concerned they will open them any day now. i miss breeding puppies :(
2006-10-23 22:31:38 · answer #10 · answered by tangela 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋