my dog had puppies and is it ok if the male dog is around her?

Question

will her do some thing to them

her son like to go in with the puppies and sicks them is he going to do some thing too

not sick lick

Answer 1

I would say a lot depends on your male dogs personality. Is he aggressive? Does he have any dominance issues? Do him and the mom dog get along usually? I would let the mommy dog have some peace and quiet with her babies at least the first week. She needs rest physically and mentally. Also, some males kill puppies because the female will lose her milk and go into heat again sooner. A good source would be your vet and dog trainer (if you have one, which I think anyone who has a dog should take a Basic Obedience Class-it makes time with your dog more enjoyable). But if you DO let him around them I would have him on leash and ahold of him for the intro; if he acts aggressive, correct him, if he does good LOTS of positive reinforcement (praise, treats, etc.). I would definitely take it slow to begin with. Also, something I find helpful when introducing new animals, is even after the first couple of times when you have your dog on leash and have ahold of the leash, it is a good idea to leave his lead clipped to his collar and let him drag it. That way if something DOES happen, you have more control of the situation. Good Luck, and in the future, think about getting your animals spayed/neutered; there are plenty of shelter dogs who need good homes.

Answer 2

If you are moving out in 6-8 months wait until after you move to get a puppy. Not only would the male dog be trying to breed her constantly, but you would be making a major change in her life in just a few short months. The male would definitely find the female puppy more interesting than a pillow. With the move you would have to housebreak all over again in a new environment as well. Best to wait and get a dog once you get settled. Remember, we can't always get what we want. I want an African Grey parrot but I know I don't have the room to have one right now, so I have to wait till I add on to the house. I have to do that for the welfare of the bird. You wait for the welfare of your future dog.

Answer 3

Your own observation is the best guide. Does the momma seem stressed when there are other dogs around her pups or does she seem OK about the adult dogs licking and exploring the puppies? If the adult males are "good daddy" types who seem attentive and gentle with the puppies, there shouldn't be any problem... as long as Mom doesn't mind. If she does, definitely keep the pups separate so that she feels safe to take care of them her own way. Once the puppies get out and start exploring, they'll also let you know what they think about adult dogs being around. If they are afraid, their body language will tell you. I would support them being around other dogs once they're out crawling around, since it will be good early socialization for them - again, assuming they are safe.

Watch the male dogs.. any aggression or growling while the pups are tiny is a bad sign. Once the pups are rambunctious, they may want to play with the adult males, and that can be a little scary to humans, if there's a lot of growling and tussling. In general, mouth-to-mouth play among dogs is pretty generally seen as "just playing," no matter how noisy they get. Play bowing (when dogs lower themselves onto their front elbows to invite play) is a GOOD sign and it signals to the other dog "I mean no harm." I hope these ideas help. Kiss the puppies for me.

Answer 4

You should always keep the female & her newborn pups in a very quiet, secluded area & away from ANY other dogs, at least for the first few weeks until the puppies are weaned (started on solid foods) at about 3 to 4 weeks.The reason for this is to protect the pups from any low level disease for which they may not have proper immunity yet. The do receive some protection from mom for the first few weeks but at about 5 to 6 weeks they MUST start on the proper immunization program to protect them for life. Consult your Vet for the right time for the pups to go in.As far as any harm from the male dog, the real concern is for you to keep the dam (mom) free from any outside stress..this includes, but is not limited to; other dogs or pets, too much traffic, kids, outside visitors & curious neighbors.Mom & pups deserve privacy,and a quiet, stress free zone in order to thrive & grow strong.She also needs a rich diet so she can successfully nurse her growing pups undisturbed..Once the puppies have been weaned & had the proper shots, mom's work is done & she will be glad to be out of the nursery! Good luck.

Answer 5

The male dog will probably not hurt the puppies. Another female might. In wolves ...where dogs originally came from... there is only one top pair and only they breed and only the to-p female had puppies. I have seen a female German Shepard which I had had for about 7 years. She had had a few litters . I got a West Highland White Terrier. She had her puppies and I noticed that my shepard was showing to much attention towards them. They were in a large box by my bed. I had told her several times to stay out of there and told her not to go in there and took her out of the room and shut the door.The pups were only a few days old then, My neighbors barn was right behind my house and he had come and asked me to help with an emergency in the barn. I went right out to help. A few minutes later I noticed my shepard was not with me which she usually was. I ran to the house and she had opened the door and gone in. I ran to the bedroom ...it was to late ..she had gotton in and killed the 4 puppies. I was so angry I thought I should have her put to sleep. I took her to the vet and paid to have her put to sleep. I left and I drove around ..not going home.. thinking and thinking. I realized that it was her instinctto do this. She had looked at it as if she was top dog. She was a great dog,had protected me and my children several times, was an excellent watch dog..yet not mean. I decided I was going back to get her and never have another female I owned to have puppies.I am just telling you this for your own information ...that females can be this way.

Answer 6

All of the male dogs I have had Hate the puppies. It's got to be a jealousy thing because the female is spending so much time with the puppies and NOT him.

Answer 7

You know your dogs better than anyone that has answered your question, so you decide what is best for the female and the puppies.
I would just watch your female if she seems stressed that the male is in with her and the puppies then take him out and wait until the puppies are no longer suckling.

Answer 8

The male will probably not bother the puppies, but it will really stress the mother and she may even reject the puppies if she gets too stressed. I would try to keep the male away for a few weeks.

It would drive my female nuts whenever my male came into the room that she had her puppies in.

Answer 9

Normally it is ok. When my dogs had puppies, both of them were around the little ones all the time.

Answer 10

no the vets say not to let them around any other dogs for three week after they have there puppies do to other doggs licking themselves and then licking her that can cause infections in her and her babies and you dont want that to happen and knowing she just had puppies you wouldnt what her prego so soon