- 1). Hold the puppy in an upright position. Support its bottom with one hand and its back with the other.
- 2). Move the puppy up and over to your shoulder. Continue supporting the bottom and back of the puppy.
- 3). Lay the puppy against your shoulder. Rest its head against your shoulder. Support the rest of its body with your hands.
- 4). Pat the back of the puppy gently with your hand. Pat just below the shoulders until you hear or feel a burp. Rub the dog's back and the sides to promote burping.
- 5). Burp the puppy once more to ensure no gas is left.