German Shorthaired Pointer Mom Painstakingly Moves Entire Litter of Pups to a Comfy Bed for Nursing

I remember the early days of parenting, when my whole life seemed to cater around a cycle of feeding and sleep schedules, and there was never enough time for either. It was an exhausting roller coaster and I remember crying over a nursing pillow as I tried to figure out how to comfortably feed my kid while using one. So my heart goes out to this German Shorthaired Pointer mama, who is looking for the comfiest spot in the house to feed her babies, and isn’t above carrying them, one by one, to the best place once she’s found it.

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In this video, Rave, a German Shorthaired Pointer who just gave birth to a large littler of puppies, is seen carefully moving her pups, one by one, out of their blanket lined whelping box and onto a fluffy dog bed near the fireplace, Nearby, two other dogs watch the proceedings with interest. It’s funny to watch the large dog carefully carrying her tiny puppies in her mouth, and really speaks to the level of gentleness that she’s able to muster for her offspring.

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“Never separate a pointer from their fireplace!” says a fan of the breed, in the comments.

It’s clear that the breeder in this video has been very careful about providing a quality environment for Rave and her puppies, but that doesn’t mean that the dog herself doesn’t have her own opinions about what would make her most comfortable, and that includes a soft, cozy bed and a nice warm fire.

Hey, she’s been through a lot. Give the lady what she wants.

Are German Shorthaired Pointers Right For You?

Like most working dogs, German Shorthaired Pointers have a high energy level and equally high activity needs. They are not the kind of dog who would be satisfied with a quick spin around the block. They’re hunting dogs, meant to be running through fields and woods after game. They have a high prey drive and can quickly get bored and even depressed if they aren’t given opportunities to keep active and engaged.

You know that boundless energy that puppies seem to have? Well, with German Shorthaired Pointers, that energy can last several years, or even the rest of their lives. Breed experts say that this particular breed of dog can often be slow to mature, and even once trained will need a highly active lifestyle. They are prone to jumping and separation anxiety, and are not a good choice for first-time dog owners or people looking for an “easygoing breed.”

But boy are they adorable.

Mama Dogs and Their Puppies

The puppies in this video are obviously newborns, as they are not quite able to do more than wiggle around and search for milk. So it’s easier for their mother to move them where she wants them to be. At this stage of a puppy’s development, they are completely dependent on their mom, as they cannot hear, see, or even eliminate waste on their own yet. It’s not until about four weeks that a puppy’s senses develop, and they begin to walk and explore on their own.

At that point, it’ll be the puppies following their mom around. But for now, she’s their transportation, too.

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