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Originally Posted by yougetthesmiles  That I'm very nervous about this whole cord thing. 
I feel I'm all ready for the labor, but I have heard some say that they let the bitch chew the cord and some say that they cut it.
Since I have never done this, I'm very nervous at what to expect when the pup is coming out.
I feel that I should cut the cord so it is done right. Is it all about timing? Will Baby mess with it after I have cut it? If I put iodine on it will Baby leave it alone?
I guess I'm getting nervous cause I know it's going to be happening very soon!  |
It's best to usually tie off the cord as close to the pup's belly as possible, before cutting...about 1/2 inch from the belly....apply white idodine..
Allowing mom to chew the cord leaves to much to chance that she'll chew too close and/or pull.....No pups don't mess with it....neither does mom.