![Neonate.](images/cn00316.jpg)
Neonate.
The newborn puppy immediately after delivery. Its nostrils are cleared and the head and neck are gently extended to facilitate breathing.
Verstegen J (2009)
![Oxygenation of Neonate Puppy.](images/cn00340.jpg)
Oxygenation of Neonate Puppy.
Slow flow of oxygen directly from the hose to aid respiration in this puppy. No need for intubation.
Verstegen J (2009)
![Oral Hydration.](images/cn00341.jpg)
Oral Hydration.
Oral administration of an electrolyte solution to newborn puppy.
Verstegen J (2009)
![Initiation of Respiration.](images/cn00342.jpg)
Initiation of Respiration.
Stimulating respiration with a fine needles inserted into the nasal septum of neonate puppy.
Verstegen J (2009)
![Respiration Made Easy.](images/cn00379.jpg)
Respiration Made Easy.
Placing the puppy in dorsoventral position with extended head and neck aids in the ease of respiration.
LeBlanc MM (2013)
![Make-shift Incubator.](images/cn00380.jpg)
Make-shift Incubator.
It is important to keep the newly delivered puppies dry and warm, from blocking each other's nose, and in a clean environment. Note the air hose supplying warm air.
LeBlanc MM (2013)
![Maintaining Body Temperature.](images/cn00381.jpg)
Maintaining Body Temperature.
Newborn puppies are placed on pre-warmed soft fluid filled pouches to keep them dry and warm in a clean environment.
LeBlanc MM (2013)
![Keeping Them Warm.](images/cn00382.jpg)
Keeping Them Warm.
A litter of 10 puppies is kept warm with pre-warmed excess IV fluid bags in a clean environment.
LeBlanc MM (2013)