It is also normal for mom to pant a bit. Nursing the pups takes alot out of them and also, if you have a heating pad in the box they're in, she could be overly warm causing her to pant also. Halle had a singleton puppy 2 weeks ago and I remember for the first night or two, she panted quite a bit, but their bodies get used to it after a few days. Calcium tabs is also a good idea especially with a litter of five to keep up the milk supply for.
Congrats to you & Maisey! |