My dog had a C-section. Why is she rough with pups and not nursing?

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She had c section Monday. We let her rest to recover. She's had painkillers and is running around. My husband said if she takes a pup to her cage she wants it but she doesn't want them to feed. She seemed rough with pup in her cage and we were scared she would hurt her but it could be natural. It's just knowing the line between loving pup and hurting. I feel if she wanted them she would go to their bed. There are 5pups. Thankyou

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. This is not always a clear cut answer. Some mothers are very accepting of their pups after a C-section. Some mothers do not seem to recognize the litter as theirs. There is definitely a bonding process that accompanies a natural birth. This can be missing with a C-section. Do watch her activity closely for the next day or so & intervene if necessary. I assume you are feeding the pups yourself, but there is always a possibility her maternal instincts will kick in. Otherwise, you may need to raise the litter on your own. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My dog had a C-section. Why is she rough with pups and not nursing?

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