Redsand Canyon Cyberiad theory.

It took a few moments for the pups to wizen up to the situation, but once they did they became a chorus of chaos. 

Cornelius thrashed around, jostling his brother and sisters and waking the entire bunch. 

Alivia, already adaptable and adventurous despite her small size, wasted little time in scooting her way to the offered sustenance. Ruenna met Towhee's gaze with a raised eyebrow. Towhee had one taker, at least. 

Liri and Aquillius were engaged it what appeared to be a screaming match. Rue winced, wishing not for the first time since the birth of the pups that she had Towhee's ears. 

Eventually, Liri tired of yelling and began to scoot away. Ruenna did not gather her back just yet, but she kept a careful eye on the girl. 

Aquillius's voice was still going strong. In a desperate bid for mercy, Ruenna descended upon him with her tongue, lapping across his back in an attempt to sooth him. She nudged both boys toward Towhee, hoping they might warm to the unfamiliar teats with a little encouragement.