I really feel that it would be safe to let the pups nurse. The most important thing is to make sure the mom is getting plenty of quality food and a calcium supplement twice a day. Tums is not a good calcium supplement. I prefer Doc Roy's Healthy Bones from Revival or Pet-Cal. Also it is greatly advisable to always have Cal-sorb on hand.
Is the mom full of milk since the pups have not nursed? I think it would be best to wean the pups slowly. It would be good if they could still nurse about 4 times a day and also be supplemented. Did the mom have this episode after going a long time without food? The best way to prevent eclampsia is to make sure the mom gets plenty of quality food and a nice meal right at bedtime. |