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my moodle just had a litter of four pups

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Question
my pet maltese cross poodle had four pups last night i also own the dad of the pups he is a poodle when ever the dad walks into the room she trys to attack him she also tried to bite my husband this morning he was only trying to pat her  also when is it ok to bath her she has always hated being messy thankyou

Answer
Hi Krishna

You female is being protective of her pups and should not have any other dogs around for at least 4 weeks.  She should however NOT ever be attacking a person that indicates a poor temperament.

She can be bathed but make sure to use a gentle shampoo with oatmeal.

Good luck.