Sounds to me like you got alot of great advise here. I would most definately do the x-rays, they are about $180.00 here in AZ. and worth every penny to know when the last pup is born and you can take a sigh of relief.
If she is to deliver in her crate then put a blanket over it making sure it covers all sides for warmth and to keep out drafts and for moms security (dogs are den animals afterall). You will have to open the sac at the pups face and have a bulb syring on hand to aspirate the new pups if they need help. If Mom is pushing hard for over an hour she may need a vets help.
I'm sure you will do fine, it shows alot that you are asking questions. Good luck and best wishes for a smooth delivery.
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