Few sights are more universally touching than a mother and her newborns, whether human or animal. In a heartwarming Instagram video, Eva, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier mother dog, is seen dozing off while caring for her newborn puppies.
Video shows Staffy falling asleep while feeding her puppies
In an Instagram video, Eva, a Staffy mother dog, is seen snuggling with her litter of six-day-old red and white pied puppies.
The scene is both endearing and serene as Eva, exhausted, begins to doze off while her puppies continue to feed. Her sleepy demeanour has struck a chord with viewers, who can’t help but be moved by the serene image of a mother dog wrapped in caregiving duties.
With over 30K likes and 350 comments, the video has sparked a flood of responses from Instagram users. “Aww, she’s a wonderful mother, and her children are doing so well,” one viewer commented.
“How do you get anything accomplished?!! They are a sweet overload. “I’d sit and watch them all day,” said another. “This is pure love right here,” added another.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers, also known as Staffies, are known for their affectionate and loyal personalities. They typically give birth to a litter of five to seven puppies at once.
These little ones rely on their mother’s milk for nutrition. Puppy feeding usually lasts until about eight weeks old, when they gradually transition to solid food. Eva’s nurturing of her puppies exemplifies the breed’s strong maternal instincts.
Aside from their endearing nature, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are known for their muscular build and playful demeanour. While they may appear tough, they are known for their gentle nature with children and other animals, making them ideal family pets.
The breed’s popularity can also be attributed to its intelligence, eagerness to please, and loving temperament, all of which are visible in the tender scene featured in the viral video.
