I use clamps too. I clamp about an inch from the pup and then another clamp by the mom, then I use the dental floss to tie between the two clamps and cut between the floss and the clamp going to mom. I have had problems with my moms cutting the cords too short. (I lost a pup one time because of this and before I knew it the mom had a tear into his stomach.) I then take off the two clamps allowing me to check the pup, rub, etc...
I have also had to swing many a pup over the 25 years.
I was trained as a vet tech many moons ago before I had yorkies. People would bring in their litters when they came across trouble.
I have all my tools ready about a week before birthing and all towels, scissors, clamps - all sterilized. And keep packed up and sealed until its time.
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