What a hard lesson to learn. I feel bad for all those involved.
I think the advise of stuffed animals was a good one. Can't hurt anyway.
So far (knocking on wood) I had not lost an entire litter. BUT I had a mom that had a false pregnancy she went through the entire motions. She was a little out of sorts at first.
I am glad Tinkerbell is now spayed. Glad the farmer vet new enough to do the spay and the section successfully.
One think I noticed is how long Friend let momma stay in labor. If it's hard labor that's too long. But in this perticular case it didn't matter, pups were premature.
Hugs to you and friend and tinkerbelle!
Irene |