1. Not Enough Food:
* Pups need plenty of meat! Make sure you're regularly hunting and bringing back enough food for both yourself and your pups.
* Hunt larger prey: Larger animals like elk, deer, or bison provide more meat and nutrition for your pups.
* Consider berries: While berries are not as nutritious as meat, they can provide extra calories and vitamins, especially for younger pups.
2. Insufficient Milk Production:
* Mama needs to eat well! If you're not providing your mama wolf with enough food, she might not be producing enough milk for her pups.
* Mama is stressed: If the mama wolf is frequently stressed, her milk production can be affected. Ensure she has a safe den and is well-fed.
3. Disease:
* Parasites: Pups can be infected with parasites that interfere with their ability to gain weight.
* Starvation: Sadly, if a pup is extremely weak or sick, it may not have the energy to survive, even with enough food.
4. Age:
* Newborn pups: Newborn pups are very small and will gain weight slowly at first. Be patient and ensure they are getting enough milk.
* Weaning: Pups start to wean around 3-4 weeks, and during this time, they may lose some weight before adjusting to solid food.
5. Other Factors:
* Den location: Make sure the den is safe and secure, as pups can easily get chilled if they're exposed to the cold.
* Weather: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect pup growth.
* Competition: In a large litter, pups may compete for milk or food.
Tips to Help Pups Gain Weight:
* Hunt frequently: Don't let the pups go hungry!
* Prioritize pups: Feed your pups first before you eat.
* Encourage the mama to eat: Bring food close to the den so she can easily access it.
* Monitor the pups: Check their weight and health regularly.
* Be patient: Pups grow at different rates, so don't worry if one pup is slightly smaller than the others.
If you've tried these tips and your pups are still not gaining weight, you may need to contact the Wolf Quest developers for support. They may have additional advice or information to help.