My dog had a C-section. Why won't puppies latch? Can she breed again?

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Hello my female yorkshire terrier had 4 pups last 2 via c-section...there is somethimes one or 2 not latching to mum s tits..but than again ok...is this worrying?? Also becauce it had a c-section can it be bred again?? Thanks alot..appreciate your info..wait your reply.. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 2 months old | 4 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

You can help the puppies try to latch to make sure they are getting milk. If they are not good at latching, you may have to supplement them with puppy formula using a bottle. I do not recommend breeding Bella again if she had a c section, it would be best to have her spayed. Best of luck.

My dog had a C-section. Why won't puppies latch? Can she breed again?

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