Whelping Calcium Comparison

❓ FAQ: Which Calcium Supplement Should I Use During/After Whelping?

Whelping Calcium Support – Product Comparison

Calcium Content: ~50 mg per cc
Best For: All breeds during whelping and in between puppies as needed
Key Advantage: Fast-acting formula with ingredients that enhance calcium uptake
Taste: Highly palatable (dogs take it easily)
Post-Whelp Use: Best suited for small/toy breeds up to 30 lbs (e.g., Shelties) when low calcium symptoms appear
Customer Feedback: Very well received, one of our most popular whelping supports
Price: $24.95 (single), $68.95 (3-pack)

Calcium Content: 200 mg per cc (4× the strength of DogZymes)
Best For: All breeds during whelping; especially valuable for medium to large breeds post-whelp when calcium demand is higher
Dosage Power: 5 cc delivers 1000 mg calcium—ideal for acute low calcium support
Key Advantage: More concentrated, requiring less product for bigger dogs
Price: $52.95 (single), $149.95 (3-pack)

Small/Toy Breeds: DogZymes Whelping Calcium is often the go-to choice.
Medium/Large Breeds: Oral Cal Plus Gel provides more calcium per dose, making it efficient for post-whelp support.
Combination Approach: Many breeders keep both on hand—DogZymes for whelping, Oral Cal Plus for emergencies or post-whelp care depending on litter size and breed.