Molly Day 61 Whelping Notes

Molly's temperature remaining at or just above 100.  She is becoming increasingly more restless but when she lays down and falls asleep she goes into an extremely deep sleep where not much of anything bothers her.  Molly is perfectly content to remain in her whelping area in the puppy room. She's licking herself much more frequently and the shape of her rear is beginning to change ever so slightly, into what I call a cone shape - something I see when a momma dog is getting closer to delivery. Her pups are extremely active and lively today - they want out!  Her appetite is still good and she's eating small portions several times a day enjoying extra protein via boiled chicken, steak, and of course liver.  Her favorite is the nursing mother's pudding. She is a bed hog when it comes to being in the puppy room.    John's hooked up the satellite t.v.  A lot of soft whining going on when she's resting.  Molly is loving her long and leisurely walks around the yard which are so important right now for her well being (and mine too!).  She's asking to go outside more frequently and her clear discharge continues to be more consistent. John says Thursday.  Take care and God Bless, John and Ann and ATB

PS Please remember our friend Kim and her husband Jim as their very special friend, a Cocker Spaniel named "Duke" passed away today.  I know how very much they are hurting tonight and your prayers are appreciated.