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If not all the traces came out of the dog. Discharge in a dog after childbirth: a natural process or a threat

There should be exactly as many afterbirths as there are puppies, no more and no less. In order not to make a mistake, the placenta should be placed in some kind of bowl. If you don’t really like saving them, then you can throw them in the toilet, and make notes on their number on some piece of paper, although there is a risk that in the bustle you will forget to mark the next placenta, and then you will panic, thinking that one of them is not came out because such a situation is fraught with bad consequences for the bitch.

As for whether to let a dog eat one or more afterbirths, this is a personal matter for each owner. There is an opinion that after the bitch eats the afterbirth, she will not have problems with milk. But, firstly, many drugs are now sold for lactating, that is, nursing bitches, and secondly, Pekingese have the opposite problem, since their litters are often small and small puppies do not require a large volume of milk. That is why you have to constantly monitor the nipples of a nursing bitch, in order to prevent mastitis, in time to knead the lumps, which, as a rule, appear in the first days after birth. You will have to do this until the dog’s body begins, based on the number of puppies in a given litter, to produce as much milk as required, and not more.

It often happens that a puppy is born, but the afterbirth remains inside. It could simply break off when you tried to pull it out after the puppy. If this happens and one or even several placenta remains in the bitch after the end of labor, you need to try to remove them.

First, inspect the bitch's loop, where you can sometimes see some part of the torn placenta. In this case, carefully pull it outward, gently, so as not to break it again.

Second method: put the dog on hind legs holding her in vertical position hands by the body, and quite sharply lift it several times, and then lower it to the floor. After this, take the dog on a leash and quickly walk or run with it around the room or apartment. In this case, the bitch should not lie down, but move vigorously. Of course, there are certain difficulties here. Most likely, the Pekingese will not want to leave her small children. Then pick her up and take her to the far corner of the apartment; let her, through physical effort, pull you towards her children.

Third method: place the dog on its hind legs in the bathtub and pour water onto its belly from the shower warm water, at the same time massage it clockwise. It's better to do this together.

When a bitch has just given birth, regardless of whether there is a placenta left or not, she must receive one injection of oxytocin (0.3 cc). If there is an afterbirth, the medicine will help expel it; if not, it will affect fastest cleansing and contraction of the uterus.

If, nevertheless, at least one of the afterbirths does not come out, you can try to get rid of it yourself within 24 hours; Later you should contact your veterinarian.

While the uterus is not closed after birth, you can inject the dog with oxytocin every 2-3 hours, starting with 0.5 cc. After two or three injections, the desired result is usually obtained. If the bitch is very large, you can inject 0.7 cc.

However, do not overdo it and do not give your dog oxytocin for the entire 24 hours. No more than 3-4 injections in combination with physical exercise and massage. After taking a break for 5 hours, you can return to oxytocin injections.

When the birth is over, be sure to wash the dog and dry its fur. At first, especially if the discharge is strong, this procedure must be done daily. Normal discharge the bitch's hair after giving birth (after you have washed her and laid her on a clean sheet) can be of any shade - pink, brown, brownish. If the discharge contains black or green color, and the smell of the discharge is unpleasant, then most likely there is something left in the uterus: either a puppy or an afterbirth, and in this case you cannot do without consulting a doctor.

During the birth of puppies, a dog really needs human help and support. You shouldn't rely on nature. You should prepare for childbirth in advance. If your pet is giving birth for the first time, you need to make an agreement with the veterinarian so that he can come in case of an unusual situation.

The first signs of labor in a dog

Already a few days before the babies are born, the dog’s behavior changes.

The animal becomes restless.
He begins to look for a place for his offspring, periodically scraping the floor.
Before the babies appear, the bitch begins to secrete colostrum from her nipples.

A couple of days before giving birth, the dog’s behavior begins to change.

Features of behavior

You don't need to feed your dog a lot before giving birth.

Many dogs refuse food the day before labor begins. . Some dogs love to eat even before this important process. It is not recommended to feed heavily, as it may cause difficulties with the appearance of puppies.
Sagging belly hard breath and rushing around the apartment talk about the beginning of the process. You can notice how the bitch is trembling from periodic cramping pains.
A real harbinger of the beginning labor activity is considered to be the release of fetal fluid . It appears that the dog has peed itself, but at the same time it is licking off the liquid. Already at this moment it is worth placing the dog in a place prepared for birth.

Choosing a place to give birth

Choosing a place to give birth can be quite difficult. A small dog can be placed in a large box, but for a large one it is better to provide a playpen or even a sofa.

It is much more convenient for the owner if the woman in labor will lie on the bed or sofa. Childbirth can be delayed, and it is difficult for a person to remain on the floor all the time. A table with the necessary accessories is placed near the sofa. Be sure to equip bright lighting; it can be shaded in the intervals between the appearance of offspring.
It is advisable to free the room for childbirth from carpets and unnecessary objects. When the puppies appear, there will be a lot of dirt, so the area is covered with oilcloth, and on top with a clean, ironed rag of a suitable size.
It is necessary to put alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, streptocide powder, gauze napkins, diapers or clean, ironed old sheets on the table. Napkins will be needed to dry the puppies and wipe away liquids. A clean sheet is placed in the box, and a heating pad wrapped in a diaper is placed on top. Newborn puppies will need to be placed in this box.

It will be convenient if a pregnant dog is placed on the sofa.

Start of labor

On initial stage the dog begins to moan.
Contractive attempts become more frequent. This can be seen in the stomach.
The tension and relaxation of the uterus is visible, while the fetuses move from the horn to the body, and then to the cervix.

Just before giving birth, the dog will begin to moan.

The process may take from 12 hours to 1 day . Longer movement of puppies life threatening , so you need to call a veterinarian at home.

The plug has come out, what should I do?

When the cervix dilates, you may notice the plug coming out. Dog owners do not always see this clot; the animal tries to remove and lick all traces. The pet constantly licks the loop, can walk in circles and dig its bedding. The animal must be calmed, talked to, stroked. Some dogs avoid being touched. There is no point in insisting.

When the plug comes out, the dog needs to be calmed and petted.

Childbirth process

A bowl of clean water should be placed near the birth site.

After the fetus moves into the birth canal, the stage of breeding the puppies begins. Usually childbirth healthy dogs pass without any special deviations, but the owner’s help is very important.

The puppy moved into the birth canal, and the woman in labor chose an acceptable position - the process of pushing began . At this stage you should not give orders. Let the animal decide for itself which position is more comfortable for her to give birth. This process can take place sitting, standing or lying down - there is no need to interfere. During birth, the pet does not eat, but may want to drink. It is necessary to ensure the availability clean water near the place of delivery. Drinking a large volume of water provokes vomiting, so you should not give a lot to drink.

If a bubble appears from the loop dark color, that means the puppy is already close . The bubble may appear and disappear, this is completely natural and there is no need to panic. A few intense attempts - and here it is, baby. The dog chews the amniotic sac around it and bites the umbilical cord. Sometimes the animal does not react to the appearance of the baby, in which case the bubble must be broken and the umbilical cord cut.
The birth sac is visible.

We make sure that the baby is breathing, wipe him with napkins and place him on the mother's . She should lick the puppy and massage it, which will help improve breathing and blood circulation. Usually puppies immediately find nipples; if this does not happen, you can bring the newborn to the mother's nipple. Babies eat immediately after birth.
Let the mother sniff the puppies.

After the baby is born, the placenta should come out . The placenta may follow the puppy out, and in some cases it is pushed out by the next newborn. It is imperative to record the number of afterbirths. If there are fewer of them than puppies, you will need the help of a veterinarian.

What to do with the afterbirth?

Many dog breeders are interested in the question: is it possible to allow a dog to eat afterbirth?

To avoid diarrhea, it is better to remove part of the placentas.

The first puppy was born

You can temporarily leave the baby with the mother until new attempts begin.

Then the baby is moved into a box with a heating pad, and the dog pushes again.

It is very important to record the time of birth of the puppies. The interval between the birth of each of them should not exceed 3 hours.

The interval between the appearance of puppies should not be more than 3 hours.

How long does it take for a dog to give birth?

We often have to answer the question: “How long will labor last?” It is impossible to answer unequivocally.

For every dog, giving birth takes different time.

How more puppies, the longer the time may be required. If labor has already lasted 8 hours and not all of the puppies have arrived, it is better to call a veterinarian.

The dog’s body is exhausted during labor and if everything drags on too long, there is a high probability that the dog will not be able to expel the remaining fetuses on its own.

Stimulation

The veterinarian may prescribe medications to induce labor. Such funds are not used unless absolutely necessary.

It is believed that oxytocin not very effective in dogs. It is best used in combination with calcium gluconate intravenously. In case of an overdose, frequent uterine contractions may occur, and the fetus is not able to advance. There is a disturbance in blood circulation in the uterus and placenta. Premature rejection of the placenta can cause fetal death in the womb. Veterinarians use another drug for stimulation - Travmatin. Side effects much less from him.

The drug Travmatin is used for stimulation.

Amniotic fluid and umbilical cord

Amniotic fluid can be of different shades. Some owners are scared brown-green hue fluids and begin to insist on the veterinarian’s arrival.

The dog needs to be wiped off amniotic fluid and other dirt. Before the puppy begins to look for the nipple, the mother’s hips and belly are wiped with a damp cloth dipped in warm boiled water.

Before letting the puppies approach the nipples, the dog's belly is wiped with a damp cloth.

How do you know if everything is okay?

There is no need to worry if the birth process is normal, the dog’s body temperature does not exceed 39ºC, and the smell of amniotic fluid does not smell rotten.
Not all dog breeders know what to do with an umbilical cord that the dog has not chewed on its own. During the first birth, the umbilical cord is very often lost and left intact. In this case, the dog owner must sever the umbilical cord himself.

The process is simple, but requires care:

Right hand clamp the umbilical cord at a distance of 15 mm from the puppy’s belly.

With the left hand, another area is pinched, located 1.5 cm further from the right hand (closer to the dog).

After holding the pinched umbilical cord for about 30 seconds, it is broken. With the right hand they pull the umbilical cord until it breaks. It is necessary to pull from the dog towards the puppy, but not vice versa, so as not to damage the baby’s skin.

You need to cut the umbilical cord yourself if the dog has not done it itself.

Bleeding

If the umbilical cord breaks, bleeding may begin. In this case, the edge of the umbilical cord is clamped and held for about 1 minute.

If bleeding continues, you need to take a thread, treat it with alcohol and bandage the bleeding edge. The place where the puppy's umbilical cord breaks is smeared with brilliant green or sprinkled with streptocide.

The broken umbilical cord should be lubricated with brilliant green.

The baby should not climb with the afterbirth, in this case you can expect.

Postpartum discharge

The babies are born, and the dog’s body is being cleansed. The owner notices a discharge that gradually turns from brown and thick to light, and then transparent. This natural process self-cleaning.

If you notice that bleeding has started, purulent discharge With unpleasant smell, body temperature is elevated, you should contact your veterinarian.

If bleeding occurs after childbirth, you need to call a veterinarian.

Video about the process of giving birth to a puppy

In the section on the question What to do if the dog does not have an afterbirth? given by the author Eurovision the best answer is No where, no pressure. Inject oxytocin. How much does a dog weigh? The injection can be repeated after 1-1.5 hours. Inject intramuscularly, into the thigh. Are you sure she didn't eat it?
Natalia Lebedeva
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Then monitor the temperature and discharge. If you are so sure that it has not come out, then you need to do an ultrasound. My dog can eat the trail when I'm treating the puppy. Generally according to the idea puppy is coming, then the placenta, then the puppy again. Maybe you still looked?

Answer from *Made_in_PARADISE*[active]
help, try to feel the puppy and press on the stomach!

Answer from Realize[guru]
After all the puppies are born, inject Oxytocin.
Twice with a break of 15-20 minutes.

Answer from Moan[guru]
If it has grown in, it will not come out until it rots or is operated on.
There the temperature has to be monitored to know that sepsis is not starting.

Answer from Cholly[guru]
Did she give birth to everyone? It happens that labor begins, several puppies are born, then there is a break, sometimes even several hours. And then again she will give birth to a couple or three puppies. In general, a shepherd dog is a multiple-bearing dog, maybe there are 8 puppies or more? Maybe the afterbirth and then come out. Once I saw how, after giving birth, the owner went to take the dog out to pee, and she sat down and all the placentas came out in a heap. I was very surprised, then I talked to the doctor, he said that this happens, but rarely. Go for a walk with her, just let her move around and go for a run. Moreover, the injection was

Answer from Oksana Nazarova[guru]
Inject oxytocin according to the scheme

The afterbirth is everything that comes out with the puppy - the membranes, umbilical cord and placenta. Sometimes the umbilical cord is so short that at the moment the puppy is born, it breaks from tension and the placenta, without having time to come out, remains in the uterus or vagina. After about 15 minutes she comes out on her own or is pushed out at birth by the next puppy. If, when the umbilical cord ruptures, you manage to grab its end with surgical forceps, the placenta will not go inside and after a few minutes, having treated the puppy during this time, you can carefully pull the end of the umbilical cord pinched with forceps and pull out the placenta. Usually the placenta comes out quite easily.

When a bitch is whelping, she constantly licks the loop to clean herself, sometimes she eats the placenta so quickly that the owner does not even notice. The afterbirths need to be counted and thus establish the number of afterbirths eaten by the bitch, and perhaps the number of afterbirths that did not come out at all.

Most often, the release of placenta from puppies that are born last is delayed. These pups may have occupied the far end of the uterine horn and are taking longer to emerge. If by chance the placenta or parts thereof remain in the uterus, metritis may develop, i.e. inflammation of the uterus and the consequences of this will be extremely serious.

If there are any doubts about the release of all placenta or the release of the last placenta is delayed, you need to call a veterinarian. The doctor can inject the bitch with a drug that will help the uterus expel the retained placenta. Sometimes the puppy may linger, and this is even more dangerous.

If the afterbirth or dead puppy is not removed from the uterus within 60 hours after birth, the bitch will die!

Eating afterbirth by a bitch

There are different opinions as to whether the bitch should be allowed to eat the placenta.

I personally think the bitch should be allowed to eat up to three placentas if she wants. The placenta contains a lot of proteins and hormones that accumulate there almost from the moment of conception. It also contains iron and oxygen. The hormones contained there play a big role in stimulating the bitch's lactation. They also help the uterus contract at the end of whelping.

There is, however, some risk when the bitch eats the placenta - if the bitch eats too much, stomach upset, colic and severe diarrhea. Perhaps that's why many veterinarians It is not recommended to allow the bitch to eat afterbirth.

An argument against eating placenta is that after whelping domestic dog receives good food and therefore does not require additional food. Biologists believe that eating placenta is a legacy of domestic dogs from the days when dogs were wild and bitches, protecting the lives of puppies, had to eat placenta to hide the smell of blood from other predators.

Dogs carry puppies for an average of 63 days. The length of pregnancy may vary slightly depending on individual characteristics breed, but does not exceed 67 days. Normal pregnancy should end successfully in childbirth. Every owner needs to know how dogs give birth, since the bitch may need help during the birthing process. In addition, it is necessary to prepare for the arrival of puppies by providing the dog and future offspring with the necessary conditions. Childbirth for a dog is quite severe stress, therefore everything should happen in a situation familiar to her, in a calm environment, without the presence of strangers. Any negative factors may cause delay or interruption of labor.

In order not to miss the onset of labor, especially in cases where there was confusion with the mating date or mating took place a couple of days after ovulation, latest dates Pregnant dogs should be monitored for signs of labor. These include:

prolapse of the abdomen, enlargement and softening of the loop - 7 days before whelping;
prolapse of the uterus, arching of the back, increased frequency of urination - within 4–5 days;
temperature decrease to 37°C – within 24 hours;
loss of appetite, increased excitability– in 12–18 hours.

Immediately before giving birth, dogs begin to prepare the site by creating a nest. At the same time, some try to retire, others, on the contrary, try to be closer to the owner, seeking his support.

Important! One of the main indicators of the condition of a pregnant bitch is body temperature. 10 days before the expected whelping, it is measured rectally three times a day. A day before birth, it drops by 0.5–1.5 °C, and immediately before the onset of labor it returns to normal.

If labor does not occur within 48 hours after the temperature drops, this may indicate primary uterine atony, which requires the help of a specialist and, as a rule, a cesarean section.

Delivery process

Childbirth in dogs is conventionally divided into 3 stages - the cervix dilates and the birth canal opens not first, puppies are born in the second, and the placenta comes out in the third.

First stage

With the onset of labor and the appearance of uterine contractions (contractions), the dog’s behavior usually changes:

she becomes restless, breathes quickly;
refuses to eat, and if he eats something, he vomits;
looks at his sides, licks the noose.

In addition to changes in behavior, characteristic symptoms the first stage are:

periodic tension and relaxation of the loop;
the appearance of mucous discharge from the vulva;
relaxation of the abdominal wall.

1.5–2 hours before whelping, the bitch begins to ask to go outside, since she needs to empty her intestines and urine, and also move around to stimulate labor. At the first stage of labor, she can still be taken out, and then it is better to avoid walks so that she does not start whelping on the street. This is especially true if the owner watches a dog give birth for the first time and cannot know all the harbingers of labor and the subtleties of the process.

Gradually, contractions become more frequent and intense, and the puppies begin to move towards the neck. At this time, the sensations can be too painful, the dog may whine, look at the loop and periodically freeze, looking at one point and listening to the processes occurring inside.

Over time, muscle tremors, redness of the eyes, and hardening appear. abdominal walls. The dog cannot lie down, turns over from side to side, licks the nipples and the loop. When moving, the hind legs tense, the tail drops, and the back hunches.

When a reflex contraction of the abdominal and uterine muscles begins, aimed at pushing the fetus out of the uterus, the dog takes a position that is comfortable for it. Bitches large breeds They usually whelp while lying on their side, while Spitz dogs most often give birth in a sitting position, with their paws moved to the side, or standing with their tail laid to the side. From the moment of the first attempts, puppies should begin to appear within 2 hours.

Second stage

The appearance of a water bladder, amniotic fluid or a puppy in the loop indicates the beginning of the second phase of whelping. The released water bladder usually bursts spontaneously or is ruptured by the dog, after which the fluid contained in it pours out and provides lubrication of the birth canal (in other words, the pregnant woman’s water “breaks”). But the bubble that appears may disappear without bursting. You should absolutely not try to detain him or forcefully pierce him.

The first puppy appears within 20–60 minutes, usually quite easily. However, head output may cause severe pain at the bitch's. This process is especially painful for a firstborn, since the dog is giving birth for the first time and the vaginal muscles have not yet experienced such stretching.

Normal delivery occurs only if the puppies are positioned longitudinally. In this case, the puppy will go:

with cephalic presentation, the front legs and muzzle come out first;
in breech presentation, the hind legs and tail are shown first.

In both cases, the puppy's back is parallel to the bitch's spine and moves along the upper vaginal wall.

The dog is tearing amniotic sac, in which puppies are born quite often, chews the umbilical cord and then licks the newborn to stimulate it. It is best if the bitch does all this on her own, but it is necessary to control her behavior. If the umbilical cord is chewed too intensively, it can harm the puppy. In the absence of maternal instinct or quick birth Several puppies, the dog is engaged in one of them, not paying attention to the others. In such situations, the owner's help will be required.

During the normal course of labor, puppies are born one at a time with a break of 15–40 minutes, but they can appear after 2 hours. Typically 4-5 puppies will be born within 6-7 hours. Multiple whelping takes much longer.

Third stage

Childbirth ends with the release of the placenta. In dogs, this phase is not precisely determined, since there are several placentas and they can come out at different times, including at the second stage. Therefore, you need to carefully watch how the dog gives birth in order to control the release of all placentas, the number of which should correspond to the number puppies born. It should be borne in mind that identical twins develop in one placenta, but with two umbilical cords. The placenta may not come out after each puppy, then it will go with the next one or after all of them at once. All placentas should be delivered within a maximum of 6 hours after labor is completed. If they linger in the uterus, then during further labor the dog may develop greenish discharge which are considered the norm.

The dog usually immediately eats the delivered placenta, which naturally stimulates further delivery. But it is better to save all traces in cold water, and then give it to the dog one at a time. This will help control their quantity and protect the bitch from an excess of protein foods, which can lead to diarrhea in the first days after giving birth. This is especially true for dwarf breeds.

Important! Because chihuahua dogs They usually give birth to more than 1 puppy; they should not be allowed to eat all the afterbirths at once. Otherwise, they will experience digestive tract dysfunction.

During the normal course of labor, you should not interfere with the process. Simply observing is enough to help your dog if necessary. You can also calm her down, lightly massage her stomach, stroking from chest to loop, and give her some warm water.

Helping a dog give birth

Any manipulations with a puppying dog are carried out with gloves to prevent possible infection through fetal fluid or blood with various infections.

Assisting a dog during childbirth may be required in the following situations:

if you need to help a puppy who is lingering in the birth canal - when the paws appear, press the perineum down, wait for the head to come out, grab the puppy by the withers and pull lightly, but only during the next contraction;
if the dog does not pay attention to the newborn, immediately open the amniotic sac, clear the mouth of mucus using a syringe, and rub soft cloth puppy, cut the umbilical cord (if the baby came out with the placenta) with blunt scissors 2 cm from the abdomen for small breeds and 4 cm for large breeds;
if the puppy stayed in the birth canal for a long time, which led to a violation respiratory function– the same manipulations are carried out as in the previous case, but if the puppy does not begin to breathe, then an additional massage is performed chest And artificial respiration into the mouth and nose through a napkin, calculating the amount of exhaled air based on the volume of the puppy’s lungs;
if blood is released from the umbilical cord, hold it with your fingers for half a minute or tie it with a thread 1 cm from the abdomen, and also fill it with peroxide, iodine, brilliant green or a dark solution of potassium permanganate.

Important! You can clear mucus from the mouth of a newborn puppy without using tools. To do this, you need to carefully squeeze it between your folded palms, holding your head with your fingers, and then sharply lower your hands down. Repeat this movement several times, wiping the puppy’s mouth and nose after each time.

After bringing the baby to life, it is placed on the dog so that it licks it, and then applied to the nipple. Before the next puppy arrives, it is advisable to transfer the previous ones to a box with a heating pad.

Possible complications

When placentas remain in the uterus for longer than this time, it can lead to the development inflammatory processes fraught with serious complications. Also on Negative consequences may indicate frequency and color postpartum discharge. After giving birth, a red-brown bloody fluid is secreted from the dog’s vulva for some time at intervals of 1.5–2 hours. Its quantity increases during feeding of puppies. These signs of uterine cleansing are normal and should not cause concern.

Behind veterinary care you need to contact in the following situations:

the appearance of blood or dirty green fluid before the puppies are born;
Exceeding the pregnancy period;
incorrect presentation of the fetus;
complications with the birth of the first newborn;
strong contractions without delivery for more than 2 hours;
the puppy does not appear within 30 minutes after the water breaks;
severe restlessness or lethargy of the bitch after delivery;
the appearance of puppies at intervals exceeding 2 hours;
discrepancy between the number of afterbirths released and the number of puppies born;
the appearance of stillborn, too small or very large babies;
increased temperature in the dog;
absence of discharge from the vulva after delivery.

If the bitch’s previous birth was complicated or she is whelping for the first time, the presence of a veterinarian is highly desirable. He will be able to correct transverse presentation, give a massage to stimulate labor, administer medications necessary in a particular case, competently resuscitate the puppy, and carry out, if necessary, C-section and perform other manipulations.

When carrying out a birth without the presence of a veterinarian, it is necessary to ensure that the process is completed and all puppies are delivered by palpating the dog for the presence of the remaining fetus. If it is impossible to obtain reliable examination results by palpation, you should contact a specialist. In addition, it doesn’t hurt to invite a doctor, even if the birth was successful. He must professionally examine the bitch and offspring to exclude possible complications and give necessary recommendations for the future.