4 1/2 years old is late for a first litter. From what I have read here, if they don't have the first litter before the age of 3, their pelvis isn't as flexible. Be prepared for a c-section.
ETA: There are many very knowledgeable people here that can point you in the right direction, but that doesn't replace someone experienced being right there in person with your whelping pup. See if you can find a mentor that is experience with the whelping of TOY dogs, maybe your vet can suggest someone.
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Last edited by OwnedByJezebel; 07-27-2012 at 12:46 PM.
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