If there is not afterbirth for each pup, what happens?
2006-11-14 18:59:04 · 5 answers · asked by gemma 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Thank you eveyone: I didn't know that. I don't think there were 4 afterbirth issues, I counted 3. Will take her to the vet tomorrow. Glad I was online tonight.
2006-11-14 19:18:34 · update #1
Here is a site that tells you most of what you need to know> http://www.thepetcenter.com/gen/whelping.html
If the aftebirth isn't all expressed, it can cause mom to bleed longer, and may cause a uterine infection. But, when you take mom in for a post partum exam, the vet is likely to give her the hormone to help her get rid of all birthing stuff..
2006-11-14 19:14:32 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After each pup is born, the sac in which they have been protected in is eaten by the mother.
After all the pups are born, an additional sac appears and is also consumed by the mother.
If you were present at birth, you would have noticed alot of licking of the pups, which included removing these sacs.
If you were not present, there is no way you could know if this was done.
However, if the mother's lower abdomen is taut or firm and if she has a fever or displays general signs of discomfort, take her immediately to your veterinarian. Also, if there is any doubt as to whether the afterbirth has been expelled from the uterus, contact your vet.
2006-11-14 19:23:06 · answer #2 · answered by BelindaLoo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You always have afterbirth after each puppy...It can take up to 2 hours after the birth to be expelled. The mother usually eats it...so if you are sure there was no afterbirth you need to take her to the Vet as this can cause the mother to get an infection.
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2016-12-17 10:20:34 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I AM NOT SILLYGOOSE BUT THERE IS AFTER BIRTH FOR EVERY PUP.THE MOMA EATS EVERY THING AN CHEWS THE UMBILICAL CORD OFF.
2006-11-14 19:03:18 · answer #5 · answered by rollandday 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋