Whelping is a term used for the process of giving birth to puppies. However, there are several other synonyms that can be used for this term such as pupping, whelp-birth, litter-bearing, kindling, and birthing. The term pupping is commonly used in veterinary circles, while the term "whelp-birth" is more commonly found in literature. Kindling is a term used for rodents and small animals that give birth to multiple offspring. Birthing is a more general term used to describe the process of giving birth to any animal. It is important to use appropriate synonyms depending on the context of the situation.