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Can I safely leave my new dog mom with her puppies to go to work?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog just gave birth 24 hours ago and I have to make it into work tomorrow is it safe to leave her alone with the puppies?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 25th, 2019

Unless your dog has a history of hurting her pups or you noticed that she is trying to hurt them, there should be no reason that you cannot leave her alone with her puppies. She is a mother, and mothers usually take good care of their babies.

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