My mother dog is crushing her newborn puppies. Should I separate?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | American Bulldog | Female | unspayed | 70 lbs
My American Bulldog just had a litter 4 days ago and so far she’s suffocated 4 out of 8 puppies. Should I separate her from the rest?
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Published on December 27th, 2017
I would make sure she has a large enough space that they aren’t cramped. If the space is large and she has still suffocated them then yes you can separate her if she will tolerate this. Some dams will not tolerate being away from their young. I would let her be with the puppies supervised every hour to allow them to nurse if they want and to allow her to clean them. Make sure the puppies have a towel to keep them warm when she isn’t there. I hope this helps!
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Published on October 23rd, 2017
Hi, Yes, if the mother is possibly causing injury to the puppy I would try and separate them but the puppy will still need to nurse or be bottle fed. Puppies need to eat continuously, so if you totally separate them make sure the puppy is getting plenty of feedings. Best of luck!
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