Just like humans its hard work and it takes alot out of you.
about 4 to 6 ounces
Yes, if its not too heavy.
No, it is not. Unless the person has been exercising
She will start to pant heavy and look for a place to have the puppies so make sure you have a clean quite place ready for her.
Wen mom starts to pant heavy and looks for a place to have them.
heavy breathing occurs to breathe out the acid (CO2) in an attempt to correct the acidosis.
sweat, defecate, breathe heavy, or sleep on the ground...among other things.
Heavy breathing can be a sign of many things, including that she may be in labor and ready to have her foal. Heavy breathing most commonly means the horse is uncomfortable or has exercised heavily. Mares who are in labor will breathe heavily. Mares who have a foal inside them that is in an awkward position will also be uncomfortable and sometimes breathe heavily.
Not a lot of nursing care required . Cleaning and dressing the wound and removal of clips or sutures, avoid heavy lifting and straining for a few weeks.
A pregnant belly can be heavy, depending on the weight of the fetus and the size of the mother in general.
Mother and father are equals. Only in heavy discussions the word of the mother is final.