One of my females had 8 puppies. The 8th one (the tiniest one) died on my way to the vet to get their tails done. I had been feeding him, and I knew he wouldn't make it since he wouldn't eat by himself and mom kept nudging him away from everyone else. (Just had a feeling) The other 7 did very well and all went to good homes. That was her first litter last year and I hope she doesn't have that many next year!
I would rather them all be healthy and strong