HAS New Haven in the state of Connecticut (United States), a passerby discovered a litter of newborn puppies abandoned in a basket, near a dumpster. He immediately informed the local animal service who intervened without wasting time.
Leopard Catahoula / Pitbull cross, the babies were then taken care of by the association Army's Legacy Rescue. “ We think they were about 24 hours old when we picked them up. Their umbilical cords were still wet and had traces of blood “, explain Rebekah DeMatteovolunteer within this organization, NBC Connecticut.
Initially there were 6 puppies. Unfortunately, 2 of them did not survive. The other 4 were named after prestigious car manufacturers: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati And Rolls-Royce.
One of the puppies is still in critical condition
3 of the survivors are doing well, are being monitored 24 hours a day by the emergency team.Army Legacy Rescue and her bottle fed every 2 hours. On the other hand, the state of health of the 4th, Rolls-Royceis more worrying; he is hospitalized at the veterinary clinic Guilford Animal Medical Hospital. “ They are doing everything they can to give this puppy the best possible chance of survival. », assures Rebekah DeMatteo.
An investigation was opened by the police to try to understand what happened. “ Could prosecutions be initiated? Yes, absolutely. Is there a possibility that there are special or extenuating circumstances? Maybe. This is precisely why we want to discuss it “, declared the agent Christian Bruckhardtfrom the police department of New Haven.
Woopets advice: why is the mother's presence so important for a newborn puppy?
During the first weeks of its life, the puppy is totally dependent on its mother. Its milk provides it with the nutrients and immune defenses it needs, while it helps it maintain its body temperature and stimulates its elimination functions.
Maternal presence also plays an essential role in its behavioral development. Through contact with its mother and brothers and sisters, the puppy gradually learns the first codes of canine communication and begins to develop its social skills.
When a newborn is separated from its mother, particularly attentive care is therefore essential: appropriate nutrition, keeping warm, stimulation and regular weight monitoring must replace, as much as possible, maternal care.