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I used the Pet-Cal tabs for years but then I discovered the Doc Roy's Healthy Bones sold by Revival and I much prefer them. I have been using them for a couple of years now. My females love the flavor of them. I give 1/2 in the morning and 1/2 at bedtime. The Pet-Cal contains soy flour. Doc Roy's Healthy Bones Tabs |
I wanted day 59 but my son is going on vacation and I really want him there that way she will not be too stressed out even tho she should known everyone there since my son works there,I want her to be as stress free as I can..LOL hugs, CArmen innj |
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DH even laughs and tells everyone that our MasterBedroom smells like an OR for the first few days after delivery! |
LOL, well my dressing room doubles as the maternity ward.. as my family calls it.. that way I can keep an eye on my babies and mommy.. I don't have it in my bedroom because i have 3 others that sleep in my bedroom, so my dressing room is it...LOL I do set everything up closer to whelping and yes it even smells like the OR..LOL |
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QUESTIONS: Ok. She is within days of whelping. Now, what if she starts in the middle of the night....do they make ANY noises? She does sleep in my room but not in my bed for night. Any noise? She hasn't gained weight in the past week though her belly got "harder"....is this of concern? She has gained about a pound and 4 ounces total so far. Can I feed her as much as she wants to eat these last few days or will that cause major pup growth and whelp issues? Frick, I am nervous, lol. |
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Tayah has not gained a whole bunch either. But then she is only having one maybe two. Good Luck to you!!! |
Lord help me....i am so anxious I could pee myself, lol. It's been a long time of reading, watching, asking...and hopefully learning to get to this week. I believe I am ready with what is needed...but putting it all into real life is the true test. I really hope that my girl does well and comes out of this healthy and same with the pups..and me, lol. |
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Thanks stars and good luck with your girl as well! QUESTION: I need a little mental visual....how many inches would you say a pup averages? How wide do you think they are? I have watched many a video but I still want to know what to expect. Also, from the videos I see how the bubble sack comes out....how long can it be partially out before you feel it necessary to help it along....and how do you help without breaking that sack? Any info would be great. I am hoping my helper will be there but am preparing just in case I am alone. |
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You'll have a bubble feltal sac (water bag) (sometimes) come firstj. If the dam breaks the sak and licks and stimulates the pup, that's fine! If she doesn't then you must interfere. You can use your heomostat to clamp about an inch from the puppy's belly and a 2nd hemostant one more inch down on the cord towards the vuva to keep the cord from going back in. Use dull scissors or your fingernails to cut the cord between the two hemostat, Feel for the puppy first and make sure that isn't just the bubble the comes first. |
Just talked to the vet. They said that yesterday would have been day 63 from the LAST tie....which puts today at 64. They said I shouldn't worry and call on monday if she still hasn't had them. Does this make sense to you all? First tie was Sept 11 and second tie on the 12th. |
i just spoke to my mentor and she said tha she does not start worrying until day 67 from last tie,when progesterone(SP) test is not done. hugs, Carmen in nj |
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Are you able to hear a heartbeat, are the pups active? If you're unsure of any of this, take her into the vet and have him examine her. He'll be able to tell you if she's dropped, where the pups are. I know we all tend to worry and 2nd guess ourselves....but, I'm so glad that you are being extra cautious. |
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Nature is great. Usually and I say usually, during the last week or so, mom's slow down a bit in their eating......mother nature's way of controlling the size. I know people get concerned about the growth (and you can have a larger one), especially if it's just one.....but, I've seen a litter of one weigh under 3 oz. There's no way your vet will perform a C-section now, with the possibility existing that they still maybe on the preemie side...... We've given you the danger signs and what to watch for should distress come into play....don't hestitate (and I know you won't) to contact your vet, or take her in, if you're unsure. |
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If I can get someone to watch her for half and hour then I will go buy a thermometer for her and see how the next couple of days go. I am aware about the gums going cold if she is in shock so I am checking them often. So far they are warm as hot puddin'. :) I won't be hesitating to phone anyone, lol. I am checking on the cycle date that you asked for in the previous post....i think it's day 11 or 12 but I am going to check. She wasn't eating her dry food for most of her pregnancy. I got high quality puppy wet and mixed it with her dry daily. I would say I gave her a few tablespoons three times a day of that mix. If I gave her a different meal then it would have been some rice and chicken. I hope I didnt over feed her. |
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I have to re-make that whelping pudding. How long does it stay good in the fridge. I made a batch the night before her first due date and that was last tuesday night....I should remake it....but want to know how long it stays good in the fridge..... |
I don't make the whelping pudding until she is in labor, :rolleyes: I have the nutri drops to give her if needed,so when she starts nesting I leave hubby or anyone home with her and run to the kitchen and mix the pudding and put it in the fridge, by the time whelping comes is ready to give to her. I usually discard anything left by the 4th day. |
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sorry for all the questions I never heard of the goats milk thing before.:) thanks, Carmen in nj |
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The goats milk recipe I give at times between puppies, if she'll take it. But definately as soon as she's been cleaned up and puppies are with her. I pour into a cereal bowl and put it under her chin, I've never had one turn their nose up at it. Recipe: 1 12 oz can of goats milk = part of distilled water - I usually make sure the water has been refrigerated, a bit more refreshing to them. 1 tablespoon of Karo Syrup 1 well beaten egg yolk Shake and serve |
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I will go out tomorrow and get the cans of goats milk. |
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Goats milk, Karo Syrup and distilled water are staples around here at whelping time. |
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