Everything you are describing sounds very normal for a new mom. The first few days to a week, they do not want to leave their pups for much of anything and we have to spoil them a little by bringing their food and water to them (and sometimes even hand feeding them). If she is too nervous to leave her pups to potty, maybe put a potty pad or two in her nursery area that she can use without having to leave sight of her babies. The panting I believe is also normal (I think it takes alot out of mama when the pups nurse??) as long as it is not excessive & her temp is normal. Make sure there is a side of the box/bed that does not have a heating pad on it so mom can move over to when she want's to cool off.
If her temp is normal and she's not in any distress, I think you're fine til her vet visit on Monday. |