My dog just gave birth to puppies about a day and a half ago she's really skinny refusing to eat or drink wont feed the puppies just hides what should I do, my dog has lost it appetite after birth to 5 pups we treated her with the dose that we got but there is no improvment what should i do. Shaking/Shivering Although dogs might not be in as much pain as humans during birth, it's still a painful process. Is this normal. Sad. After giving birth, expect the mother dog to have a brown/black/dark green discharge known as ''lochia'' for a few days. Dog gave birth 3 weeks ago and her stool has a green tent to it. Symptoms and Types Poor maternal behavior Restlessness, nervousness Disorientation Panting, whining Vomiting Diarrhea Clumsy walking, stiff gait Facial itchiness Adrienne Farricelli (author) on February 19, 2015: If she's caring for her pups, eating, drinking and defecating normally, there are chances things may be OK. Please have her checked by a vet. My pit had three puppies and after four he she seems to have more but is having a hard time she keeps wanting to go outside, My rottweiler gave birth 3 days ago to two pupsbut just this morning she started panting and nesting, she just gave birth to another pup should i be worried there should be more coming. My akita gave birth to a litter of 8 puppies 6 days ago she is losing discharge and have noticed it's bloody like small clots she in herself apart from not producing much milk o am feeding the puppies on puppy milk as well as them feeding on mums teats my main concern is it normal to lose bits of blood still, Hi I have a husky and she just had puppies like two weeks ago but she became vary attached at me follows me every were and she looks very depressed is that normal, my bichon frise crossed laphaso gave birth to 7 pups..they are 4wks old and now shes losing a brown discharge that does smell a little..shes feeding and caring for her pups. There are several possibilities, but it's always best to consult with your veterinarian if something doesn't look right. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on April 18, 2015: Penny, I would strongly recommend having your dog examined by a veterinarian. Perhaps she has a bout of colitis or perhaps she doesn't want to leave the puppies alone and she's mildly stressed. How can you help your dog give birth? Should I b worried. it has been 48 hours since my chihuahua gave birth to 5 puppies. Dog owners are often told to give hydrogen peroxide to their dogs when they ingest something potentially harmfulbut how much is too much? need help asap!! While many communities are in quarantine, taking a dog to the vet is considered a necessity in most places, especially when a dog is showing concerning signs and is not going just for a routine check-up or vaccines. Is it something to worry about? The puppies are suckling strongly, and mom eats, drinks, and takes care of the puppies as she should. Answer: Normally, each puppy has their own placenta, but there is an exception in the case of twins which are relatively rare and happens when there is splitting of the fertilized egg in the uterus. She then had another dead puppy. Five pups are doing better now. Fresh water should be available at all times. My dog gave birth to 11 pups 2 days ago she now has alot of red discharge and a hard lump in 1 of her nipples any advice would be great. Make sure she's not too hot when they're around her. It's just that my bitch is vomiting her food and is two days after birth. Question: My chihuahua gave birth this morning, all went well, 3 pups fine and feeding. Hello my chipoo gave birth last night we went to vet all checked out but she has moved away from her 1 and only pup twice today, her two lower nipples are swollen and hard one went down after I milked it a little and also fed pup on that teat, but the other lower nipple is still swollen and hardish Now I noticed she moved away from pup for the second time are these bad signs for something? she has been eating somewhat and drinking little not near as much as prior to having puppies. Answer: This can be a result of digestive upset from eating the placentas, presence of parasites or dietary indiscretion. Thsnk you. Stage Two: Visible abdominal contractions and pushing. Now she is panting really bad. Ask the breeder if the mom was good with the pups and reared them normally without any particular problems. Fenbendazole is a safer option for mom and the puppies. If it doesn't make her anxious to have your presence, watch your dog while she is laboring. Keep in mind that if she ate the placentas, she might not be hungry for some time. Some may say let nature run its course, but you definitely want to be there on the big day in case of complications and to help as needed. Is this normal? My dog has been throwing up for 2 weeks once or twice a day what should I do. Its been 3 days and she still throw up and he Doesnt know why. Is it possible that there is another still in her? My chihuahua gave birth to 7pups 2days ago. This is for two reasons: 1) Some dogs are so excited to come home they may wolf their food down and vomit it back up. Right now this may be a whole lot of information, especially if you are a first timer but after you have . According to veterinarian Bari Spielman, this dark green/black discharge is a normal finding shortly after whelping. Its been 3 days after delivery . Do canines go through PP as women do and "shed" like when our hair falls out when PP?! To prevent this, veterinarians will palpate the mother dog's abdomen and may recommend an injection of oxytocin, which will cause uterine contractions to help her expel any retained materials and also help let down her milk. thanks ann sellar. In this article, we will talk about assessing your dog's health by looking at its gum color. You may also begin to observe some of the more tell-tale signs of pregnancy in your dog, such as changes in vaginal discharge or swelling in her breasts. Answer: It sounds like mastitis, an infection of breast tissue. Sometimes, a messy BM after giving birth is due to mother dog eating the placentas, but report to your vet if she is lethargic and/or not interested in eating. Below, we will examine this in detail and also evaluate some disorders that may affect the mother dog as she proceeds in nursing and taking care of the pups. However, if the condition persists, consult a vet as soon as possible. In order to diagnose or identify the cause of the problem, you will want to communicate your concerns with your vet. A postpartum examination within 24 hours of whelping is very important for the health of the litter and new mom. Question: One of my puppies is quite a bit smaller than the rest. While you are on the way, try to keep the tissue lubricated with some sterile KY jelly to prevent it from drying out. Shes keep moving away from them, has very little interest in them? Is ot vet time? Have a blue meral and great pyrenesse mix and she 2 days ago she gave birth too still born pups she now pants often and has blood on her hind legs looks thin other than that she eats drinks and goes out side to potty she doesnt seem to be to far off from just being tired is does this seem normal. This is even more important if we do notice problems after mother dog whelps. I hope she had her pups and you were able to see your vet. My lab gave birth before 30 days now rashes appeared on her it is normal or abnormal pls reply me. Mum has been to the toilet and is eating and drinking. She started with loss of appetite, she has been way busy paying more attention to the pups. 2) Some dogs may have nausea as they recover from the anesthesia and eating too soon may trigger vomiting. Is this normal. My weiner dog had four pups four days ago and having discharge that's a skinny texture. However momma isnt doing good. Signs of a retained pup, in general, include restlessness, actively straining, lethargy, loss of appetite, lack of interest in the pups. This is typically caused by poor diet and large litters. Hi, my dog gave birth 4 days ago. You can feed with a puppy bottle using puppy milk replacer. I understand wanting to breed with intelligent and powerful bloodlines for sports, but having that many litters isn't healthy for mother I think. Answer: It could likely be that she is looking for a suitable place to act as her "maternity den." my shih Tzu had 4 pups 3days ago and hasn't been to the toilet since I don't know what to do .she wont leave the pups to go out. If they don't, it's called "uterine subinvolution." Is this normal? All pups are extremely healthy, I'm just worried about her. Knowing When Your Dog Is Ready to Give Birth . She also strains when she poops. She gave birth Oct 26th. A vet visit may be in order to see what is going on with your dam. Anything would help before i call my vet tomorrow when they're open?? As exciting as it is to see a litter of newborn pups, keep the whelping area quiet for the first few days. Please keep your other dog away so that mother dog doesn't feel stressed. Before she gave birth she wouldnt have an accident inside the house and now its just too much? maybe she has a fever?). This behavior is reminiscent of ta dog's evolutionary past and it's meant to keep her pups out of danger from other wild animals. i have a jack russell/ Wiener dog, she have birth on the 13th of July and she woke me up several time last night (the 14/15th) wining, i got up to check on her many times and nothing seems to be wrong. Make sure her body temperature is normal (101.5 degrees). Should I be worried. Are there other options. Eating a lot and drinking a lot. When this happens, they will metabolize fat and muscle to get the calories leading to them becoming skin and bones. If you notice your dog vomiting during labor, clean it up as soon as possible, and then provide her with plenty of water. Any thoughts? All dogs after whelping should have a post-whelping vet exam, in any case, to make sure all is going well. Rebecca Lynn Valley on December 08, 2019: I have a pitbull and black lab that just had babies on Nov 29 and they are doing great she was due on the 21 of this month and now the mother drinking a lot and peeing a lot and she has diarrhea is this normal, My pitbull black lab had puppies November 29th. Your dog may have a slightly elevated temperature in the first 24 to 48 hours following birth. I'm now bottle feeding the pups. Also, according to veterinarian Bari Spielman, a continuous watery and/or bloody discharge may be indicative of the placental sites not receding. I don't have the money to take her to the vet what do I do? Question: Why does my dog want to eat a lot of food a week after having puppies? She hasnt tried to feed them or anything. My Pitt has given birth to only one puppy and bleeding but she has yet to have the other pupps and its been 3 hrs help please. The decreased calcium levels may cause vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, shaking, a stiff gait, restlessness, increased water intake, fever and panting. They were born June 21st so they are about a week and a half old. She keeps hiding her food. 3 This way, your vet can make certain no placentas or dead puppies were retained. What might be causing these issues ? More than two hours pass between puppies. Answer: It is not totally uncommon, but often there may be more than one. After a week of giving birth, she was so active and eats a lot. Is this normal? Answer: If this is a new behavior occurring after giving birth, it may be a good idea to visit the vet to make sure everything is OK. Question: My dog just delivered a dead pup. It might help to have her go outside and remove the puppy while out and replace it with a stuffed animal if she was particularly clingy to it. It is not meant to substitute for diagnosis, prognosis, treatment, prescription, or formal and individualized advice from a veterinary medical professional. Stage I normally lasts 6 to 12 hours - the dog will exhibit nesting behavior and her temperature will drop. Question: My Cocker Spaniel had seven puppies four days ago and she has started to throw up quite a bit. Shes been eating and drinking plenty but refused to eat for 3 days after giving birth, My border collie gave birth to 8 pups today her last pup was born 8 hours ago but she is restless and keep getting contractions and pushing but nothing comes out, I am in country town and vets dont open till 8am and now is only 9:30 pm. Still, read the signs of trouble below for safety's sake! Answer: If she just recently gave birth, she may be too busy attending to her puppies. If the panting continues, it is worth investigating, as it may be a sign of an after-birth complication. My dog gave birth to a dead puppy almost 19 hours ago. I need help, my dog gave birth with 2 puppies 24 hours had passed but during that 24 hours there are times that my dog is still trying to push and some movements the same way she did before she gave birth. If you go buy a puppy, please also have a look at the mother, just to see if she's healthy and happy and ask how many times she's already bred. After 2 days, you can put her back gradually on her normal food. we live over 2 hours fromnearest vet service so hope to find answers on here. She gave birth to her second litter of pups 4 days ago. Now she seems very stress and every time the puppies cry she cries as well. Answer: This is certainly a possibility and the main reason why x-rays are often recommended prior to whelping so to know how many pups mother dog is expecting and why post-whelp visits come handy to ensure mother dog is fine and the pups are free of congenital defects and can be sexed. Those are the only 2 things wrong. Have you taken her temperature? Some of the signs of eclampsia include restlessness, disorientation, excessive panting, whining, difficulty walking, muscle tremors or twitching, fever and rapid or heavy breathing. The puppies may suffer from ingesting toxins passed in the milk, so they should therefore be hand-fed. It's been 1 month that my dog gave birth to 8puppies n sometimes c shivers n vomiting n get wounded in her breast because her baby scratched is tat the reason plz help me, Hello my Chihuahua had 1 puppy, odd I know. There are several possibilities, but it's always best to consult with your veterinarian if something doesn't look right. If they are not given enough time to rest, this can lead to further fatigue and a decrease in appetite. The preparation stage of whelping usually lasts between 6-12 hours, but can be as long as 36 hours (especially for a first time mum, or a nervous dog). However, perhaps time to change vet? What do you think happened to her? All is well now, but every time she eats, she throws up 30 minutes later. You should have a stool sample checked by your vet to exclude this possibility. When she sleeps beside me at night she is breathing hevely and panting hevely also. So we got an iron infusion done yesterday. See your vet if she has a fever or if she has a discharge that is smelly and pus-like, or if her mammary glands seem red and hot. She has been throwing up for the past two days (but still continues to eat food, even her own vomit) and now is having diarrhea. Answer: The symptoms you are describing sound concerning and warrant a vet visit. And sometimes she doesn't want to breastfeed her puppies but she's fine, is it normal if a six days old puppy having a runny nose? This occurs most commonly in the middle of the night or early morning hours. Your dog's vomiting may not be a sign of any serious illness, but since she has just had puppies, you need to be very careful about watching her health. Veterinary visit after puppy birth. Question: My dog gave birth to 8 pups 6 days ago. I think you should give a call to your vet to help her and her puppies who depend on her. Hi my dog gave birth 3 day's ago but she's always panting ,hot, her breathing is really bad it's very loud, she's not really sleeping or eating much I don't have money or a way to get her to a vet please help me I fear she may be dieing and I don't know what to do!. Dystocia, or difficulty giving birth in dogs, can be caused by several factors. What do I do? Her two last closest to her bottom are enlarged. My dog had puppies five days ago and She is throwing up white mucus what could be wrong, Hi my lab had 9 puppies 3 days ago. My dog went into labor the night before and all day yestureday, this is her first litter of puppies. We have been doing this since 3am, so about 7hours now. Terrifier 2 viewers were so disturbed by the film that people were reportedly throwing up, passing out and leaving movie theaters. After 1 day she Stop eating and throw up. Adrienne Farricelli (author) on March 20, 2016: I would suggest consulting with a vet for this. She has a rash covering the underside of her body and isn't interested in eating. I'm scared to go to sleep. Hi, My dog gave birth 1week.ago, but the I've noticed that she always Digging and Whimpering every night, Anxiety, was one of her unexplained behavior. She eats a lot and drinks a lot. It is hard to say and why it's so important to have x-rays done so to know how many pups to expect. What to do or think if my dog is pooping black slimy poop after labor. Leia, it sounds like your dog may be looking for a "nesting area" basically a den area to give birth. However, I would keep an eye on her and take her temperature to make sure. Stage two should result in a puppy being born after 10-30 minutes of hard labor. Shes very thin, looks depressed. Pups would lick mother's dog lips, and that would elicit vomiting. If instruments were used to help the dog deliver, they might have caused an infection. My pit gave birth to a litter of 10. If her temp is over 103 ( normal is 100.5-102.5) or the heavy breathing continues, I would suggest getting her into a vet right away ( take the pups with you). But now, she suddenly vomits and doesn't have energy, and sometimes we still have to force her to feed her puppies. It is also quite normal for a mother dog to refuse food after giving birth. She ate bits of meat and a liquid blend of puppy food, eggshells and cheese with water yesterday, but is refusing everything today. All new mother dogs benefit from a wellness check the first 48 hours of giving birth. This is part of the process. A primary concern is some type of infection going on like metritis (an infection in her uterus) caused by a retained fetus or retained placenta. Thanks in advance. 1. If your dog is too worried to go outside to potty, you can help her in different ways. My dog had puppies a week ago today. Exhausted, with lots of pups to tend to, eating may be the last thing on mom's mind. The puppy's nails on her tummy may also cause her pain. Your dog may have a calcium deficiency. But there is no change. Her symptoms have stopped. The shrinking of the uterus causes cramps, and she may be panting for this reason. My shippoo give birth two days ago till now shes not eating anything. Our female Staffie gave birth to 3 pups 2 days ago..now i see it seems like she is still having contractions and a dark green dischargeIt also seems that there are pups left inside her as she still looks pregnant..What should i door is this normal.. Question: Is it normal for a female dog to chase her tail after having puppies? Sometimes she can't even open her eyes and walk. Answer: Yes, I would be concerned and would consult with a vet about this to play it safe. A vet visit should help sort this out. 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