She needs to be taken to your Veterinarian to be checked. In the mean time, try to put something on that nipple that will keep the pups from getting to it until you can get her in to see the Vet. She probably has mastitis and needs treatment. You need to get her into your Vet SOON so that this infection does not spread to all of her breasts.
Your gonna have to feed the pups yourself if you don't your pups will die. If the dogs breast are swollen then your dog is sick.
You can tell if a bichon dog is female or male by checking it's underside. The male or female parts will be located in this area. Also, females will have a larger nipple area for nursing puppies.
She will gain weight and get swollen teats.
No. Borax is quite caustic and could cause significant harm to the dam or her pups. If you have to bathe a nursing dog you should use non-medicated dog shampoo in the smallest amount possible and rinse thoroughly to get the suds off before you let the dam back in with her pups.
Well if the mare is pregnant it means she is getting very close to foaling, especially if they are dripping milk/colostrum. If however the mare is swollen without being pregnant it can mean she has an infection and might need a course of antibiotics to clear it up and make her more comfortable.
Puppies are 3 days old...
After the Dog gives birth and will be nursing pups, you should provide a diet rich in Protein, vitamins, and calcium. Talk to your Vet for particulars.
Yes as long as the other female doesn`t mind them nursing from her.
after 10-12 weeks so about 5 months
Typically, puppies are weaned off their mother's milk by 6-8 weeks of age. Once puppies are eating solid food well and are no longer relying on their mother's milk, the mother dog can begin to reduce nursing sessions. It's important to monitor the puppies' behavior and ensure they are eating and drinking independently before fully weaning them.
no the mother knows what she is doing if you see they are very hungry and the mother isn't feeding them than feed them a little bit.
It's a good idea that the mother keeps nursing her young pups until the pups are 6 to 8 weeks old. This way puppies will get a good start on life.