AboutJoyce Crierie Expertise Raising dogs in and for all manners of obedience, protection and personal pleaure, I'm happy to assist in all dog related questions. Whelping, breeding, AI, training, behavior and holistic treatments.
Experience Breeder for 25 years raising Bullbreeds including Olde English Bulldogges, Mini Bulls and Molossers. Willows Haven Bulldogges
Organizations Canadian Association of Professional Pet Dog Trainers, Dog Legislation Council of Canada, International Working Dog Breeding Assoc. Canadian Assoc of Professional Pet Dog Trainers, International Assoc. of Animal Behavior Consultants, Southern Alberta Just For Fun Agilty
Publications Dogs All, Creatures All, Dogs in Canada & Citzen Pet Author of The Olde English Bulldogge
Expert: Joyce Crierie Date: 7/6/2008 Subject: my lab 9 wks after whelping
Question my chocolate lab had her pups 9 wks ago. she was fine until a week ago. 6 of the 8 pups have gone to new homes. she is acting very anxious and isnt listening to us much, and has become a little destructive, which she never has been before. is this normal for a mom dog to behave? is it possible she is upset?
Answer Hi Jenni
Each female can react different once they've had pups. Sounds like she's having separation issues, with nothing much to do.
I would start with giving her more exercise, walk, throw the ball, get her out and about and get her good and tired. Also try giving her some Vitamin B, that helps with anxiety and "nerves".
