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Sara1130 · 02-02-2011, 03:07 PM

Oh I know she will have them when she is ready. I am just concerned since the puppies would fit to delivery on Friday if they still would now. I did call the vet and he is most likely going to take them by C-Section when she does go into labor but we will not do that till labor comes since we have no idea when to expect them. Now if she does go into labor and before we meet the vet, if she has one without problems then he will let her continue under his eye and be there just in case. Also he does want to see her by friday just to make sure all is well.

Thanks for all the help. Will post if something changes.

bjh · 02-02-2011, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Sara1130

Oh I know she will have them when she is ready. I am just concerned since the puppies would fit to delivery on Friday if they still would now. I did call the vet and he is most likely going to take them by C-Section when she does go into labor but we will not do that till labor comes since we have no idea when to expect them. Now if she does go into labor and before we meet the vet, if she has one without problems then he will let her continue under his eye and be there just in case. Also he does want to see her by friday just to make sure all is well.

Thanks for all the help. Will post if something changes.

How much does this momma weigh and how big is the sire? I think it would be much better for momma and babies if she could deliver naturally. With a c-section there is a risk her milk will not come in and also the risk that she will reject the pups. X-rays can be deceiving as for the size of the pups. I know of a case where the vet told the owners the female had big pups in her based on the x-ray but when the pups were born the pups were just around 4 oz.
I know it is a tough call.

Sara1130 · 02-02-2011, 05:10 PM

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Originally Posted by bjh

How much does this momma weigh and how big is the sire? I think it would be much better for momma and babies if she could deliver naturally. With a c-section there is a risk her milk will not come in and also the risk that she will reject the pups. X-rays can be deceiving as for the size of the pups. I know of a case where the vet told the owners the female had big pups in her based on the x-ray but when the pups were born the pups were just around 4 oz.
I know it is a tough call.

Momma right now or on Friday was 5.6 Pre pregnancy weight was around 4-4.5 lbs. There are 2 possible fathers and both are bigger than what she is. One was around 7-8 lbs and the other was closer to 9 lbs. I do not know anything about them, just what the owner told me. Will know more once the pups are born unless there are 2 dads. When we first went to the vet he indicated that a c-section was probably going to be needed. She is a tiny framed girl. When we went on Friday, the vet said that I am to call as soon as labor begins and if she gets a puppy out before he does the c-section than that was alright. Today he said the same thing except he said if she has 1 with no problems then he may let her try to deliver the rest but we would still go to his office depending on when it is. I honestly don't know at this point what he will do. Since I have no history with her the safest route will be the one that I take. My concern is her safety and a pup getting stuck. That is why I was asking for a 2nd xray. She will be spayed when this is all over.

bjh · 02-02-2011, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Sara1130

Momma right now or on Friday was 5.6 Pre pregnancy weight was around 4-4.5 lbs. There are 2 possible fathers and both are bigger than what she is. One was around 7-8 lbs and the other was closer to 9 lbs. I do not know anything about them, just what the owner told me. Will know more once the pups are born unless there are 2 dads. When we first went to the vet he indicated that a c-section was probably going to be needed. She is a tiny framed girl. When we went on Friday, the vet said that I am to call as soon as labor begins and if she gets a puppy out before he does the c-section than that was alright. Today he said the same thing except he said if she has 1 with no problems then he may let her try to deliver the rest but we would still go to his office depending on when it is. I honestly don't know at this point what he will do. Since I have no history with her the safest route will be the one that I take. My concern is her safety and a pup getting stuck. That is why I was asking for a 2nd xray. She will be spayed when this is all over.

It really sounds like you are doing a great job and have all the bases covered. You just have to trust the vet will do what is best for the momma. I have never bred a female under 5 lbs. Whelping pups is scary and worrisome no matter what size the momma is. I pray everything goes well.

Belladonna1 · 02-03-2011, 02:44 AM

I will tell you my Bella who just had babies on the 29th is also very small 4.7 pounds per preg and 5.11 the last week of preg, She did not have to have a c-section, Now the 1st one was breech and did become stuck and did not make it. Witch is why its best for your dog to deliver even on her own at the vets, if you have not delived pups before and usally small yorkies need help with the 1st pup, My Bella did have two more little girls 3oz each on her own without any help from the vet, So they can have them even if there small but its best for the vet to do it, When Bellas 1st pup came out I was so scared when it became stuck, I couldnt get it out and they vet was 10 mins away, Off to vet we went, with half of a fetus stuck in my baby, Not a good feeling, I really reccomend if you have not whelped before, Witch I had, so I thought I new what to do. (boy did she fool me,)

Then when you see labor get her in fast, Bella started Labor at 12:30 pm and at 1:00 pm only 30 mins from the 1st signs of labor she was having her 1st baby!puppies 005.JPG She gave no per signs of labor, no digging,nesting,panting, she eat,drank, She did go to her box in the closet and she yelped out and I new it was time, She cryed a lot, Her temp did drop a few times like yours has been doing without labor but two days before it went to 98.7 and did not go back up,When the temp stays down for a day pups are on there way! If the temp gos down then back up thats a flock, Like our temp changes threw the day depending on blood-pressure,activity,if were sleeping, The best check times are mornings 1 hr after the bitch wakes up, and evening. good luck please feel free to PM me if you need someone to talk to, Our pets need more people like you on there side

babbsiam44 · 02-03-2011, 08:03 AM

OP, any update on the little momma? Or should I sat "big" momma, she is pregnant.

tjdmom · 02-03-2011, 09:34 AM

Oh gosh, I was biting my nails until the end and still no babies??? I hope all is ok. I won't give any advice as it looks like you've gotten enough good advice already but hope that all is well!

Sara1130 · 02-03-2011, 04:58 PM

Good evening friends. Still no babies but mom is doing fine. Talked with vet today and we are still going to proceed with an attempt to let her go into labor when she is ready. Don't know when that will be and she won't tell me.

Temp is still down which is not abnormal for her. I am only monitoring it to make sure she is not in trouble. We all know the temp watching does not work with her since she drops and climbs so much and just won't follow the rules of how it is supposed to be done. Guess I am getting a good look at which route she will take....and it is not the textbook one. LOL

Think I am ready when she is. I have read everything that I could find, researched more stuff than I will ever need to know and have probably watched about 100 births on the internet not to mention all the advise I have found here and the people that I have talked to.

Will keep you updated when something changes. Hope everyone has a safe night.

Hugs!!

gemy · 02-03-2011, 06:21 PM

Thanks for the update. I feel like an anxious aunt!. Hope pups come soon. We are all rooting for you and your lil mama to be.

bjh · 02-03-2011, 08:43 PM

Thanks for the update. You will do just fine. It sounds like you have really prepared for the big event. I hope she delivers soon so you can relax. I know how hard it is to sleep at night when you are on puppy watch.

Sara1130 · 02-04-2011, 06:29 AM

Yes, for the past week now I have been sleeping with one eye opened and on the floor. Can't wait till I can go to my bed again and get a good nights sleep. At least I have been able to take a nap during the day and let my daughter keep an eye on her for me.

Got snow on top of our ice last night so I at least did not have to go to work last night and now we won't work tonight. Just one more night of possible work where she will not be watched too carefully before I am off for a few more days.

Should be real close now since the x-ray was taken on the 28th and we seen ribs and pelvis. She did get into the whelping box last night for a moment before she got back out. At least we are getting somewhere.....slowly. LOL

Will update again later today or if there is a change.

bjh · 02-04-2011, 07:37 AM

Thanks again for the update. We are all anxiously waiting for the big event to start. Over the years I have been on some long puppy watches. The longest was 70 days from the first breeding. I know how worrisome it can be. In your case you don't know when the breeding took place so that makes it even harder.

Ihave4Beauties · 02-04-2011, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by bjh

Thanks again for the update. We are all anxiously waiting for the big event to start. Over the years I have been on some long puppy watches. The longest was 70 days from the first breeding. I know how worrisome it can be. In your case you don't know when the breeding took place so that makes it even harder.

70 days? I didnt know it was safe to keep a Yorkie pregnant that long, Ive always read & been told to wait no longer than 64 days!

Belladonna1 · 02-04-2011, 12:09 PM

some vets will allow up to but no longer then 70 days

babbsiam44 · 02-04-2011, 12:21 PM

Do I really have to put these cigars back in my pocket? Wishing you the best and keep us posted....please.

02-03-2011, 06:21 PM	#54
gemy YT 2000 Club Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntsville,Ont,Canaada Posts: 12,340 Blog Entries: 2	Thanks for the update. I feel like an anxious aunt!. Hope pups come soon. We are all rooting for you and your lil mama to be. __________________ Razzle and Dara. Our clan. RIP Karma Dec 24th 2004-July 14 2013 RIP Zoey Jun9 th 2008-May 12 2012. RIP Magic,Mar 26 2006July 1st 2018

02-03-2011, 08:43 PM	#55
bjh Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 7,959	Thanks for the update. You will do just fine. It sounds like you have really prepared for the big event. I hope she delivers soon so you can relax. I know how hard it is to sleep at night when you are on puppy watch. __________________ "Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

02-04-2011, 07:37 AM	#57
bjh Donating YT 5000 Club Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Southeast Texas Posts: 7,959	Thanks again for the update. We are all anxiously waiting for the big event to start. Over the years I have been on some long puppy watches. The longest was 70 days from the first breeding. I know how worrisome it can be. In your case you don't know when the breeding took place so that makes it even harder. __________________ "Lord grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

02-02-2011, 03:07 PM	#46
Sara1130 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 220	Oh I know she will have them when she is ready. I am just concerned since the puppies would fit to delivery on Friday if they still would now. I did call the vet and he is most likely going to take them by C-Section when she does go into labor but we will not do that till labor comes since we have no idea when to expect them. Now if she does go into labor and before we meet the vet, if she has one without problems then he will let her continue under his eye and be there just in case. Also he does want to see her by friday just to make sure all is well. Thanks for all the help. Will post if something changes.

02-03-2011, 02:44 AM	#50
Belladonna1 No Longer a Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: pensacola fl Posts: 148 Blog Entries: 1	I will tell you my Bella who just had babies on the 29th is also very small 4.7 pounds per preg and 5.11 the last week of preg, She did not have to have a c-section, Now the 1st one was breech and did become stuck and did not make it. Witch is why its best for your dog to deliver even on her own at the vets, if you have not delived pups before and usally small yorkies need help with the 1st pup, My Bella did have two more little girls 3oz each on her own without any help from the vet, So they can have them even if there small but its best for the vet to do it, When Bellas 1st pup came out I was so scared when it became stuck, I couldnt get it out and they vet was 10 mins away, Off to vet we went, with half of a fetus stuck in my baby, Not a good feeling, I really reccomend if you have not whelped before, Witch I had, so I thought I new what to do. (boy did she fool me,) Then when you see labor get her in fast, Bella started Labor at 12:30 pm and at 1:00 pm only 30 mins from the 1st signs of labor she was having her 1st baby!puppies 005.JPG She gave no per signs of labor, no digging,nesting,panting, she eat,drank, She did go to her box in the closet and she yelped out and I new it was time, She cryed a lot, Her temp did drop a few times like yours has been doing without labor but two days before it went to 98.7 and did not go back up,When the temp stays down for a day pups are on there way! If the temp gos down then back up thats a flock, Like our temp changes threw the day depending on blood-pressure,activity,if were sleeping, The best check times are mornings 1 hr after the bitch wakes up, and evening. good luck please feel free to PM me if you need someone to talk to, Our pets need more people like you on there side

02-03-2011, 08:03 AM	#51
babbsiam44 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,132	OP, any update on the little momma? Or should I sat "big" momma, she is pregnant.

02-03-2011, 09:34 AM	#52
tjdmom Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: upstate ny Posts: 5,847	Oh gosh, I was biting my nails until the end and still no babies??? I hope all is ok. I won't give any advice as it looks like you've gotten enough good advice already but hope that all is well!

02-03-2011, 04:58 PM	#53
Sara1130 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 220	Good evening friends. Still no babies but mom is doing fine. Talked with vet today and we are still going to proceed with an attempt to let her go into labor when she is ready. Don't know when that will be and she won't tell me. Temp is still down which is not abnormal for her. I am only monitoring it to make sure she is not in trouble. We all know the temp watching does not work with her since she drops and climbs so much and just won't follow the rules of how it is supposed to be done. Guess I am getting a good look at which route she will take....and it is not the textbook one. LOL Think I am ready when she is. I have read everything that I could find, researched more stuff than I will ever need to know and have probably watched about 100 births on the internet not to mention all the advise I have found here and the people that I have talked to. Will keep you updated when something changes. Hope everyone has a safe night. Hugs!!

02-04-2011, 06:29 AM	#56
Sara1130 Donating Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 220	Yes, for the past week now I have been sleeping with one eye opened and on the floor. Can't wait till I can go to my bed again and get a good nights sleep. At least I have been able to take a nap during the day and let my daughter keep an eye on her for me. Got snow on top of our ice last night so I at least did not have to go to work last night and now we won't work tonight. Just one more night of possible work where she will not be watched too carefully before I am off for a few more days. Should be real close now since the x-ray was taken on the 28th and we seen ribs and pelvis. She did get into the whelping box last night for a moment before she got back out. At least we are getting somewhere.....slowly. LOL Will update again later today or if there is a change.

02-04-2011, 12:09 PM	#59
Belladonna1 No Longer a Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: pensacola fl Posts: 148 Blog Entries: 1	some vets will allow up to but no longer then 70 days

02-04-2011, 12:21 PM	#60
babbsiam44 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,132	Do I really have to put these cigars back in my pocket? Wishing you the best and keep us posted....please.