[ashleylp]

Temp just went back up to 100.5. Is that normal??

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[cgriffin]

I hope all goes well for mom, pups and you.
Maybe open another thread about 'help with puppy birthing' to get the breeders on the forum to see and give input.

 

[Mayve]

Is she doing any panting or nesting?

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[OnMyWay2MyDreams]

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[goldhaven]

I know that dogs and cats have the ability to stop their labor for periods of time. Just how long, I don't know. Since this dog really doesn't know you, there is the possibility that she may not be comfortable having her pups right now even though her body is telling her to. Where do you have her whelping area set up? If at all possible, try to make it as "den like" as possible. Keep her surroundings very quiet. Let her rest as much as she wants. Start to gather some of the things that you will need. If you are nervous or anxious, she will be too and she will not want you around when she is having them. Just remember that dogs have been doing this for years without any help from us. I once rescued a stray and her pups from under a house. She had them all by herself with no help and all were very healthy. There is nothing to be nervous about. Deep breaths, stay calm.
Also, if she doesn't have them by tomorrow, I personally don't think it is a good idea to move her at this time. She is way too close to delivery to be uprooted again. Curses to the man that dumped her in this condition. Thank you for taking her in.

 

[goldhaven]

How did Trudy do last night? Hope all is well with you guys.

 

[ashleylp]

Hey all - no puppies yet. Trudy gave more signs of labor late late last night, but no puppies. She is very restless and seems uncomfortable, but she is so rotund I can't blame her. She started to nest a bit last night and I thought it was for sure going to happen - then she dropped the biggest poop of her life. :doh:

 

[Mayve]

Hey all - no puppies yet. Trudy gave more signs of labor late late last night, but no puppies. She is very restless and seems uncomfortable, but she is so rotund I can't blame her. She started to nest a bit last night and I thought it was for sure going to happen - then she dropped the biggest poop of her life. :doh:

Ha...this made me laugh.

When we worked with the breeder of our Cocker's, the signs were pretty obvious for them, but sometimes they lasted a few days before actual labor started, nesting, milk, restlessness etc. Panting was always a good sign they were in active labor. It could be that she is reluctant to have her babies in a new situation that she isn't used to. IDK...I think if it were me I'd call a vet and ask questions.

Have you decided what you are going to do???? I know it's not an easy decision and many of us here, me included will support you whatever you decide. Just remember you didn't put her in this situation, her owner did.

 

[cgriffin]

Thanks for the update, I have to admit, I was hoping for puppy news.
She must be getting real close though, please, please don't let the foster take her and have the babies killed.

 

[goldhaven]

Pooping is good. It is best if they empty bladder and bowels before starting to give birth. Let her go out as often as she wants but keep a close eye on her in case she drops a baby outside. Mine would even go out between babies to relieve themselves. Is your helper still with you today? Did you get any sleep last night? Let me know if you want to meet in the chat room again and please keep posting updates.

 

[Karen519]

Ashleyp

Ashley

Praying for you, the Momma and the soon to be born puppies.
Can you call for your rescue friend for advice on birthing or the vet if you need to?
I would say always follow your moral compass. You can promise your SO to never get into this situation again, but now that you are in it, you know what the right thing to do is.

 

[ashleylp]

My helper is on call and my wonderful, wonderful SO is here and he is a highly experienced vet tech. Steven has granted me a pass on this crazy dog adventure -- the puppies will not be aborted. We had a long talk about it and I just couldn't let them go. Luckily I have a loving partner who supports me even if he doesn't love the messes I get into.

 

[cgriffin]

Yay for you and Yay for Steven
Thank you guys, you made my day You are the best
Keeping my fingers crossed for mom and pups.

 

[Mayve]

My helper is on call and my wonderful, wonderful SO is here and he is a highly experienced vet tech. Steven has granted me a pass on this crazy dog adventure -- the puppies will not be aborted. We had a long talk about it and I just couldn't let them go. Luckily I have a loving partner who supports me even if he doesn't love the messes I get into.

Yay! I am glad to hear that. I would have made the same decision and my DH would have let me and been supportive, but not all situations are the same. So glad you have support and a wonderful SO.....I will watch for updates. Puppies, IDC what kind are adorable and fun to watch grow.

 

[ashleylp]

Haha, I don't know if I have ever been so in love! He puts up with my crazy antics and I adore him.

Also, the feminist in me wants to clarify that when I said he "granted me a pass", that was a figure of speech - LOL. I would have made the same decision and totally pissed him off if I had to!

 

[Karen519]

Thank God!

My helper is on call and my wonderful, wonderful SO is here and he is a highly experienced vet tech. Steven has granted me a pass on this crazy dog adventure -- the puppies will not be aborted. We had a long talk about it and I just couldn't let them go. Luckily I have a loving partner who supports me even if he doesn't love the messes I get into.

Thank God, I am so glad to hear this. So glad you have an experienced vet tech on call. Tell Steven I think you and he are really special. Bless Mom and pups!!

 

[Brave]

Catching this thread now. Thank you so much (and STEVEN TOO!) for taking this little girl in and giving her babies a chance at life. I understand where the other foster was coming from, but these puppies didn't do this, they don't deserve to die simply because "there are too many homeless animals already". Praying the babies come soon and you get all the help you can raising them. Momma is lovely! I want to beat her owner though.

 

[goldensrbest]

So glad your going to give these babies a chance.

 

[inge]

You are amazing..

 

[robinrd]

So glad you decided to keep her