My mothers and their litters are isolated from all other dogs. No other dogs are allowed inside the whelping box or near the mothers and their babies. I just think this causes unnecessary stress on the mommas, and confuses the other dogs. Additionally, the other dogs are allowed outside in my yard, and the pups are unvaccinated so I do not want to risk any of the other dogs bringing any diseases around the babies. I had a female that was very nervous and if she got upset or nervous, she would start to kill her puppies. Well it didnt take me long to develop an intolerance (hormone inbalance was first excuse, second litter was another dog got too close to the whelping box and she was stressed out....) for that and I retired her after the second litter, so I really appreciate the problem some moms have with other dogs intruding around the babies, sires included. It is easier for me and my mind to keep mommas and their babies away from the other dogs.... |