Service Dog Gives Birth To Litter Of Puppies At An Airport

As dog people, we know the meaningful impact dogs have in our lives. They make us laugh, they comfort us when we’re feeling blue, and they keep us engaged with the world. Our experience with the dogs we love is enough to prove that they’re good for our health. Many dogs have a noble role in being service dogs or therapy dogs helping people feel better because of their healing powers for the humankind.

The pup-arazzi was on hand to capture the moment a service dog went into labor while waiting for a flight at Tampa International Airport. Travellers at Tampa International were hit with a serious dose of puppy love one afternoon. It was an exciting day at the airport because one service dog, a Labrador Retriever, was waiting for her flight with her owner when she went into labor right in the middle of the terminal. Tampa Fire Rescue was on hand to help deliver the puppies. The new mom has delivered eight puppies which means she has her paws full of puppies. Luckily, the momma dog certainly had a lot of trained professionals around to help bring her pups into the world.

Hopefully, since this is a service dog in training, she is used to people and able to remain calm throughout the entire event. Obviously boarding the plane was out of the question at that point. Hopefully this new family made it back home safe and sound and could enjoy a bit of peace and quiet. Despite their chaotic entrance, they certainly brought joy to many people that day!

The normal gestation period in dogs is approximately 65 days from conception. Flying with a pregnant dog is not recommended after 45 days because it could induce early labor. The dog’s owner knew that her dog was pregnant but did not know she was so close to giving birth. It was not known how far along the dog was in her pregnancy when she gave birth.

There are many reasons dogs are known as man’s best friend - they have long been a source of unwavering loyalty and friendship to their human confidantes. Most people are also familiar with the fact that they have a history of providing service to those with severe sight issues or blindness, and some are aware that more and more dogs are being trained to provide support to those suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s. But what many people may not realize is just how many services therapy and companion dogs are providing for people with all kinds of disabilities, both physical and mental in nature. Your disability shouldn’t hold you back from living life to the fullest—and by partnering with a leader on a leash, you just may be able to find the confidence and peace of mind you’ve been seeking. These types of dogs fundamentally aids in a disabled person’s daily life. This may include activities such as movement (walking or wheelchair guidance), reminding someone with a mental disability to take his or her medication, and alerting someone for help by barking when an owner has a seizure.