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Is it okay to put a diaper on my female lab when she is not nursing? She gave birth 2 days ago and has a discharge. We were concerned it might interfere with her milk production or case mastitis.
Katrina -
A diaper might be a problem if the puppies are not able to nurse whenever they need to feed.
Check some of the pet stores for diapers that are made for doggies; perhaps they have some that will allow nursing, too.
Best Regards,
Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
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Charlotte Sherrell, DVM
Expertise
General questions about the care and diseases of small animals
Experience
I've been in the practice of veterinary medicine for ten years;
Medical Director of Humane Society for nine years
Organizations
American Veterinary Medical Association
American Association of Feline Practitioners
Association of Shelter Veterinarians
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Tuskegee University
Extensive CE in Feline Medicine
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