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Originally Posted by kim10924  Should I get Molly checked by my vet after delivery if everything goes well? My girlfriend breeds Pekingnese and she always brings the new mom in to be checked and get a shot (I think Pitocin) to help the uterus go back into shape and to help with milk production. Is this neccessary, I'd rather not bring her out? |
If you counted placenta's after each birth, and know for certain there could not be a retained placenta...then the shot is really not necessary. However, if a placenta breaks off..or you missed the birth of a pup..and cannot be certain if every placenta passed...then yes...she needs a clean out shot to prevent infection. The shot is useful in cleaning out the uterus...and aiding in the "let down" of the milk. It certainly would not hurt...and can save the life of the bitch.