The snow showers are over, and the sun is out. Not quite brilliant blue skies, but getting there. The wind has picked up and i can hear the wind chimes. The temperatures will only be in the 20's today with wind gusts in the 30's. It is winter!
It is rather quiet in here. The less noise the easier it will be to hear lily, as the onset of whelping starts with whining, then progresses to a dogie dialog of impending birth. We are down to the last 3 days before the puppies are due. we are all a little anxious after loosing one. "Peace and tranquility" i keep saying. Hoping for the best, preparing for the worst, and now add more snow expected Tuesday Wednesday. One day at a time. Both My sons are available for support, especially the elder. It is still nerve wracking!
Talking to a friend, i asked "why are we doing this?? it is not fun anymore". She agreed. Not that anything has really changed. I think we are just less likely to enjoy the chaos that goes along with breeding and whelping. It has always been a big responsibility that has never been taken lightly, still.....we are getting older.
In the mean time, i have cleaned the bedroom, the bathroom and washed all the needed dogie bedding. Found the room thermometer, the heater, and the whelping box is ready to be put into action. I am trying to be ready for the next step. Hoping for a quiet day or two, then fat little puppies, and content mommy dog. Then i can breath easier too!
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