A dog named Momma Malone lived in a crowded rural animal shelter in Kentucky, United States. The place was not keeping up with the animals it housed and Mom was about to give birth.
Upon learning of the case, volunteers at the Kentucky Humane Society shelter soon attempted to help the mother and set out to help her. I’m glad it didn’t take too long, because the pet was very potty, almost giving birth.
Based on the size of her abdomen and after exams, the vets concluded that mom could not deliver her puppies naturally and would require medical intervention by caesarean section.
“I was excited but also concerned,” said Dr. Emily Bewley, Chief of Surgery, on The Dodo. “We were grateful that she came to the Kentucky Humane Society where we could help her pups be born safely.”
In the days leading up to the birth, the puppy stayed with the doctor. On the big day, the vet gathered the entire shelter team, knowing they would need all sorts of help as there were so many puppies to care for.
“On the way to the shelter, my son sat in the back of the car with her to comfort her,” said Dr. Bewley.
Arrived at the shelter, the operating room was prepared and everyone was ready and waiting for guidance. The operation lasted about 20 minutes so everyone helped take care of the puppies.
“The vet team prepped everyone at the shelter because we knew there would be a lot of puppies and we would need all hands on deck.”
Small dogs usually give birth to between two and five small puppies, but mom gave birth to nine giant puppies.
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The team were concerned that the pup would not bond with the little ones due to the circumstances of the birth. However, she refused none, revealing herself to be a loving and protective mother.
“When she woke up, she took over [a maternidade] just as he has done before, although I’m sure this is his first time,” said Dr. Bewley. “She takes good care of everyone.”
This large family will be observed until March, after which they will be put up for adoption. And we hope everyone finds their forever home!
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