Day 62

Well we have had a very eventful night, Holly has been digging a lot, being sick and lots of panting, this morning her temperature has dropped. We think she may be in the first stages of labour.

There are three stages to labour, the first could last up to 36 hours, so all we can do is wait and keep a very close eye on her. I think this could be a very long day. Once her waters break then things should start moving very quickly.

I will keep you informed of her progress, of course I can't wait now.

Day 60

Well it is day 60 after her last mating (average pregnancy duration is 63 days), Holly is even bigger than last week - can she get any bigger? She doesn't lay still for long at the moment, being quite restless during the night also. It is quite handy using a baby monitor during the night to keep a close check on her. The other night we had a little sick (quite usual) and a slight temperature drop and last night she kept moving around the pen, but yes you guessed it still no puppies.

It is quite amazing at the moment you can really feel the puppies moving around and kicking, much to Holly's delight, as sometimes this is making her cough or jump. They really do not have much room in there at all.

Further progression is Holly is now producing milk. Fingers crossed it is not much longer, we really can't wait any longer (well I can't) as we are so excited. I don't know how mothers wait nine months for a baby, 9 weeks has been long enough.

Hopefully I will have some news very very soon.

8-9 weeks

Holly is reaching her final stage of pregnancy, the pups are due within the next week. Holly is so huge now and finding it quite difficult to get comfortable, lying stretched out most of the time. You can even feel the pups moving now when you stroke her tummy - very exciting.

Holly has also had a little trim, though most of her tummy fur is shedding anyway. We are also taking her temperature now twice daily, as this will give some indication when the puppy's will arrive, though signs her body is getting ready for the birth are already starting to show. We are keeping a very close eye on her now, fingers crossed it won't be long.

week 7

This weekend Holly will be 7 weeks (49 days) pregnant. She is getting quite big now, though still running around, she is resting a lot more. Only 2 weeks to go till the pitter patter of tiny paws. It is like waiting for xmas to come (but no chance of finding out what we will be getting earlier). I'm glad to say her appetite which decreased earlier on in the pregnancy is back, and she is loving the special high protein food.

Whelping box and pen are being put together this weekend, and Holly will then sleep in it, everything is ready for when the pups want to make their appearance in the world.

Holly is pregnant

Holly was scanned on Tuesday 5th July. She is 5 1/2 weeks pregnant. Due date approx 23rd July.

litter due July

Holly has been mated. She will be scanned the week commencing 4th July which will confirm she is pregnant and the date she will be due, estimates are at the moment the 23rd July.

Litter planned for July/ August 2011

May 2011 Holly has come into season.

Litter planned for July/ August 2011 between Snoop (Sir Snoop Indahouse AWG) Working Sheepdog and Holly (Lady Miss Demeanor Indahouse) Working Sheepdog.

If you are interested in this litter please contact canine.agility@ntlworld.com

Both parents are very lively, confident, outgoing and have high drive.

We will be looking for loving active homes for the puppies.
The puppies would be ideal for Agility or Flyball or active pet homes.

Puppies will be wormed from three week old and have a full veterinary health check at six weeks old.
Puppies will be registered on the KC activity register, and will come with a puppy pack.

Both parents can be seen

Snoop DOB 20/04/03
Holly DOB 20/10/07

Snoop has excelled in agility and flyball gaining the following achievements:
Currently competes at Grade 6 agility
Has a total of 1194 Agility Warrant Points
Agility Warrant gold Status (AWG)
2008 - 3rd at Crufts in Starters Cup
2007 - Agility Voice Grade 2 Dog of the Year Award
2007 - Agility Eye Grade 2 Regional Winner Award
Flyball dog Graduate (FDG) Award

Holly currently competes Grade 3.

Below are some photos of Snoop and Holly