I am not a breeder so I am hesitant to give advice but I will anyway...
I had a golden retriever years ago and I was with her while she gave birth. I made a bed for her in my closet so she would have her own privacy, after each baby would come out she would grab it with her teeth, clean it up and chew the cord off, then she would place then near her chest so they can eat.
IF I was you I would put the mother somewhere she will feel privacy, but make sure its a place you will be able to get in there and reach her if needed. And I would put the baby by her chest to see if she will let him eat, its worth a try, if she attacks it then you'll know its not the thing to do, but if she lets him eat and she licks him, she is probably just doing what her insticts tell her to do. Maybe you can place the puppy to eat and pet her at the same time trying to comfort her?
Be calm, gently talk to the mother and tell her everything is ok, I bet you being calm will help her alot right now.
GOOD LUCK!! Were all standing by thinking of you and sending you our prayers. |