How soon after birth can you handle puppies and kittens?

We are always present when our animals give birth and we always handle the newborns immediately after they have been born, especially when they are still-born, so that we can resuscitate them and bring them to life. read more

If your dog or cat is an indoor pet and trusts you, they may even allow you to help them deliver their babies. however, in the case of my dog, she will not let you come within two feet of her and her pups after she has had her litter. really it depends on the animal. read more

Only handle them for a minute or two the first time. After that, you can slowly start to handle them for longer periods of time. Also make sure that you do not interrupt them if they are nursing. read more