Is my dog too tired after c-section and caring for new puppies?

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Is it normal for my dog to still be tired and weak from having a c-section 5 days ago, I think she’s also exhausted from having new puppies and being awake all the time but is it possible she may be laying down too much? She constantly wants to lay and be with her puppies. I don’t want her to be laying down too much. Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | spayed | 4 years and 3 months old | 109 lbs

Dr. Davis · Accepted Answer

Yes, that’s normal. Mattie should be spending most of the day and night with the puppies at this point. When they get several weeks old she will leave them more but it is normal for mother dogs with new puppies to only leave them to potty and come right back to stay with them. If she’s eating and drinking and the incision looks normal then this is nothing to be overly concerned about. If she seems dull, not eating or inattentive to the pups then bring her in for a recheck. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.

Is my dog too tired after c-section and caring for new puppies?

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