Saturday, October 31, 2009

Week Nine (Days 58-65)

*BTW, this picture reminds me of the giant ant from the movie, "Honey, I Shrunk the Kids". :)
It's almost here! We can't wait to meet Maya's little ones.


DEVELOPMENT OF THE PUPPIES
Growth and Development continues
CHANGES IN THE DAM
Nesting behavior may be seen
Dam may become distressed (panting, pacing, acting uncomfortable)
Temperature should be around 100.2-100.8 degrees Farenheit
When temperature drops to around 98-99.4 degrees Farenheit, puppies should be born within 24 hours
Appetite may disappear as whelping approaches
CARE OF THE DAM
Start taking temperature three times a day

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