one week old ACD runt pup, crys the whole time she nurses. she was about 1/2 the size of her 5 other litter mates, hairless and bright red at birth. we've really been through it! i keep her isolated with heat (the others "dog pile" on top of her and push her of off mom) except for quality time with mom while the others sleep. she nurses so hard, pumping with both feet while vigorously sucking and pulling....and squeeling all the while! after all that work i hate to feed formula, but we'll do what it takes.her suckers working fine, you should hear the racket! mom could get up and walk around and never lose the little leech! ha ha, a little humor for my nearves. she's still almost hairless, some has grown though, no longer red, but still about 1/2 of the size of the other beasts! she has alot of heart, defeat is NOT an option! thanks for suggestions
2007-02-22
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