Harriet is home but is still definitely under the effects of the anesthesia. Her C-section went well and they really flushed her out well. She is a bit shakey on her feet, so I carried her in and placed her in the whelping pool. She has been quietly sleeping on one side and the pups are generally 'puppy-piled' on top of the heating pad.
About 15 minutes ago, I finished tube feeding 4 of them and then placed them next to her for warmth and milk stimulation. Many times, when a dog as sick as Harriet was goes under anesthesia - milk dries up. I am hoping to prevent that with careful inclusion of the pups slowly along with an herbal remedy called Byronia Phytolacca. This is a product that helps with the 'let down' trigger of the mammary glands.
So far, we are doing pretty well. They are all now with mom and quite content.
Glad to see Harriet back at home and doing better and her pups snuggled up next to her.
ReplyDeleteHopefully you will all get some much needed rest tonight!
The Cooney's
Oh dear Harriet, we send you our prayers from a distance:
ReplyDeleteRest while you can and drink your fluids.
Feel stronger every day with the touch of Joyce and your little ones at your side.
Remember, this too shall pass..soon you'll be romping in the early summer fields and flowers!
Love to you,
The Stones
Sweet Harriet, I'm glad you are home with your babies. Our family is thinking of you and hope you feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteLove, Susan Holland and family