- 90% of time spent sleeping
- 10% eating
- Susceptible to heat/cold
- Instinctive reflexes: crawl, seek warmth, nurse
- They can right themselves if placed upside down
- Needs stimulation for urination/defecation
- Rapid development of central nervous system
- Need constant care from mother
- Rectal temperatures 94-97 degrees Fahrenheit
- Pups may lose 10% of weight after birth, but should start gaining again
- Weight should double by end of week
- Super Puppy started at three days (through 16 days)