Whelping Support
Whether this is your first litter, an unexpected pregnancy or you’re an experienced breeder, you don’t have to navigate whelping alone.
Little Paws offers friendly, practical support to help you feel prepared and know what to expect.
Scroll down for what I can help with.
Whelping Support at 4 Little Paws
- Preparing for the arrival of puppies
- Care of Mum in pregnancy
- Understanding the stages of labour
- Preparing your whelping area
- Whelping kit and preparation
- Support during labour and delivery
- Newborn puppy care
- Weighing and monitoring puppies
- Supporting mum after birth
- Knowing what’s normal and when something needs veterinary attention
- Guidance during those first days and weeks
Whelping Support Services
Whelping Support Services
Every dog and every birth is different, so support can be tailored to what you and your dog
need.
🐾 Whelping Preparation Session
Get prepared before the big day.
A online or phone one-to-one session to help you feel ready for your dog’s upcoming litter.
We’ll talk through:
- Preparing your whelping area
- What you’ll need in your whelping kit
- Preparing for the different stages of labour
- What to expect during birth
- Newborn puppy care
- Weighing and monitoring puppies
- Preparing for the first few days
- When to contact your vet
Perfect for first-time litters, unexpected pregnancies or anyone who simply wants some reassurance before the big day.
📱 Remote Whelping Support
Experienced support when you need another pair of eyes.
Support via phone or video call during pregnancy, labour and the early days following
birth.
Whether you’re wondering if labour has started, something doesn’t look quite right or you simply need someone calm to talk things through with, I’m here to help you assess what’s happening and decide if and when veterinary advice is needed.
🏡 In-Person Whelping Support
For those who would prefer someone there with them.
Subject to location and availability, I can attend your home to provide practical support during the whelping process.
I’ll help you stay organised, monitor mum and the puppies, support the normal whelping process and recognise if veterinary help may be needed.
❤️ No judgement. Just support.
Whether your litter was carefully planned, you’re having your first litter or your dog surprised you with an unexpected pregnancy, you don’t have to feel embarrassed about asking for help.
My role is to support you and your dog with calm, practical guidance and I know some of those places you might look for help and support are not always very friendly.
So I always will understand and be there for you in this process.
Think you might benefit from whelping support?
Get in touch and we can talk about what’s right for you and your dog.