How to Birth a Puppy When the Sac Has Broken

If the mother dog’s water has broken but she has not started pushing within an hour, you should take her to the vet. There may be a problem with the puppies or the mother that requires medical intervention.

However, if the mother dog is actively pushing and the puppies are not coming out, you may need to assist with the birthing process. Here are some tips:

1. Wash your hands and arms thoroughly. This will help to prevent infection.

2. Prepare a clean area for the puppies to be born. This could be a whelping box or a large towel-lined box.

3. Place the mother dog in the prepared area. Make sure she is comfortable and relaxed.

4. Help the mother dog to push. You can do this by gently pressing on her abdomen with your hands or by holding her hind legs up.

5. Be patient. It can take several minutes for each puppy to be born.

6. As each puppy is born, clean its nose and mouth. This will help the puppy to breathe.

7. Tie off the umbilical cord. Use a piece of clean string or floss about 12 inches long. Tie it tightly around the cord about 1 inch from the puppy’s body.

8. Place the puppy in a warm place. This could be a whelping box with a heating pad or a warm towel-lined box.

9. Keep an eye on the mother dog and the puppies. Make sure they are both doing well. If you have any concerns, take them to the vet immediately.

Here are some additional tips for assisting with the birthing process:

* If the puppy is not coming out head first, you may need to gently rotate it. This can be done by placing your hands on either side of the puppy’s head and gently turning it.

* If the puppy is in distress, you may need to give it artificial respiration. This can be done by blowing air into its mouth and nose.

* If the mother dog is not producing enough milk, you may need to supplement the puppies’ diet. This can be done by using a commercial puppy formula or by giving the puppies goat’s milk.