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Originally Posted by yorkiemini  True, birthing is a natural occurrence, but consider, why over the centuries humans have migrated in a very large majority to birthing in hospitals or birthing facilities SAFETY! Yorkies are domesticated - they are not wild animals any more. They don't forage for food or learn defensive skills to,protect themselves any more.
I think all of the things that many here are trying to tell the OP is about that safety factor that we have built into our and our Yorkie baby's lives.
We all wish the OP and her baby the very best! |
True, you must
always prepare for the worst but for the most part dogs do not need to spend a few days in the maternity ward to give birth. Too much human interference can be catalyst for the mother to reject her pups or in extreme cases, eat them. I have heard of that happening many times when mother dogs become nervous because they don't feel safe. Also, a lot of mother dogs will straight up BITE YOU if you try to help with their newborns, no matter how sweet they have been towards you their whole lives. I learned that the hard way. its best to have your emergency numbers on hand, towels, antiseptic, gloves, surgical scissors etc. on hand and be ready to go.
The vet office is a stressful place for most dogs and then having them have to leave home give birth there with all the unfamiliar smells, and sounds, and other animals barking and coming in and out seems like it would be way too stressful for a dog, let alone a new mom. I think that option should be saved as an extreme emergency scenario.