What Problems Can Occur During Breastfeeding?
There are few problems that can occur in the production of milk (lactation) as well as during the process of breast feeding. It is therefore important to keep a close watch on the litter and the breast feeding mother so that you can pick up on any problems and take necessary measures. • Lactation problems – These include lactation failure, where no milk is produced, lactation depression where inadequate amounts of milk are produced, and deficient milk where quality of the milk is poor and lacking in nutrients. Puppies and kittens who are not receiving enough nutrients through breast feeding cry often and may seem frequently agitated. Monitoring weight gains in the litter to determine if they are developing at normal growth rates. • Eclampsia – Unlike in humans where eclampsia is associated with blood pressure, eclampsia in dogs and cats is related to the levels of calcium present in the blood. In pets with large litters or those with nutritional problems, the majority of the calcium is
