When you did her xrays, how many pups is she having? You OK'd head/shoulder/pelvic ring ratios so you are certain she should not have any issue passing pups. You got the days counted correctly without a doubt? My mommas are not allowed to roam everywhere...they are actually crated the last two weeks and allowed out only with my under strict supervision, no other dogs around, and my eyes are on her every second. Some of them drop their milk prior to delivery, some dont. The majority have the typical temp drop within 24 hours of whelping, but I have two that do not. Some go off food 12 - 24 hours prior to whelping, and I have one that shows absolutely NONE of the "typical pre-whelping indicators". It depends strictly on the individual momma, and you just have to know your momma! If this is her first litter, fortunately you have the experience and know what you are doing, as she is going strictly on instinct, and they often need help. Keep us posted on your whelp and let us know how momma and babies are doing! |