Do I Need to Put a Heating Pad in The Box for New Pups??

Question

Since my mini Dach is so close to having her pups, I've already made her a safe and comfortable place for her to give birth. But, after I clean up the mess when the pups are born and replace the blankets, do I need to keep a heating pad in there with them so they won't get cold or will they be okay without one? We keep our thermostat set on around 75 degrees in the summer so it's not cold in here or hot to us humans, but would it be cold to newborn pups?

Also, I know that when the pups come, they're gonna be crying at night. Anyone know how we can get some sleep? Our "Mama" dog sleeps with us, so her birthing place is in our bedroom, and her pups are gonna stay in there with us at night too.

Thanks in Advance!

Answer 1

As long as mom stays with them, they won't need a heating pad. It would actually surprise me if she *didn't* want to stay with them constantly, but if she doesn't, I would suggest a hot water bottle rather than a heating pad.

Another thing to remember... Make sure that the balnkets you use for the puppies are not too large or cumbersome. Tiny puppies have a terrible habit of getting tangled and lost underneath blankets, and I find myself digging them out every hour or so during the first few days. I try to stick with small sheets (like crib sheets) so that I know they can at least breathe easily through the material. Towels also work well.

And like others have said, the puppies might squeak and fuss a little, but it's really not that bad if mom stays with them. (If someone *does* let out a yelp, it's best to check on them in case mom accidentally sat on someone...) I spend the first few nights on the couch by the whelping bed until I know that everyone is doing well.

Again, best of luck to you, and I hope everything goes smoothly!

Answer 2

yes you need a heating pad. The heating pad is important because if the mama dog leaves for some Reasoner, like using the bathroom, there will be not heat source for the puppies. The heating pad takes the place of the mother while she is away.

About the noise factor. The puppies really should not make that much noise or enough noise to keep you up. If you really cant sleep take turns sleeping in a different room then switch after awhile.

I have helped deliver puppies before and it is a little stressful. But it is an amazing thing to be a part of. I hope there are no complications. Good luck.

Answer 3

Prepare to stay awake during the night, if they will all be sleeping in your room. It's normal for newborn puppies to stir around, especially when they are hungry. A heating pad if it's set very, very low and making sure the cords are in good condition can be put in a pillowcase in the bed. If the Mama gets too warm, she'll move herself and the pups out of the way.

Answer 4

They shouldn't need a heating pad unless they are crying a lot, or if mom doesn't stay with them..If she leaves for more then an hour, they will likely need a heat source..You can feel their ears to know if they are too hot or cold.
Drink a cup of Chamomile Tea (or Sleepy-Time tea) at bedtime. it will help you ignore the squeaking going on through the night, but you will be alert enough to wake up if there is real trouble..

Answer 5

definately a good idea to use a heating pad, it will make them alot more comfortable. You may find once she has pups that she wont pay u as much attention cos its all going into the pups. She may want to be alone with them so put them in another room (if shes ok with it) then u can get sleep also

Answer 6

VERY BAD IDEA. just go to goodwill or use some blankets you don't care about. The heating pad can become too hot regardless and the heat from the mom and each other will sufice. I have had many litter of pup that were delivered outside in winter and they survived.

Answer 7

NO! you dont want to get them too hot , the mother will keep them warm, and also they have the body heat from each other, they wont cry as much as you think they will only when the mother get in and out of the bed to feed them , most likely she wont go far for the first few days anyway ,,good luck!

Answer 8

It won't be so bad they will eat and sleep and should not keep you awake. That is the best place for a nesting box momma needs to know you care. Pregnancy and multiple birth is difficult you would not want to do it yourself. It should be warm enough for the babies but I would certainly make sure they are not in any drafts from the A/C. Momma will keep them warm and she probably won't leave them unless they are all content and in a big ole ball in their bed keeping each other warm

Answer 9

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Answer 10

as long as the mother will lay with them and nurse them they should be fine. you can overheat them with a heating pad. if they feel cold to you fill a latex glove with warm water and lay it with them. i work at a vet and that is what we do if we are working on newborns and the mother isnt with them.