We wanted to share an update on Ms. Shadow. What began as an emergency C-section unfortunately became an emergency spay. Sadly, there were no viable puppies. The good news is that Ms. Shadow came through surgery well and is now home resting comfortably. Our focus is on her healing, and we are grateful to have her safely back home. We would greatly appreciate your prayers and well wishes for a smooth and speedy recovery. Thank you for your kindness and support during this difficult time.
(Parents Penn-Hip GOOD
& Parents & Pups Reg. AKC)
Good working minds with solid-medium drive. Black, Black/Tan, Black/Silver with smooth and plush coated pups expected.
Lovable puppies ... expected!
July
11, 2026 (Week 1 - Mating) (6.10.26 - Grace WEIGHS 67.0
lbs.)
Ovulation is considered Day 0. Ovulation is when the female
releases an egg from the ovaries, ready for fertilization following mating. The
female will be receptive to the male a few days before ovulation. Fertilization
of the egg can occur 2-3 days after ovulation, depending on how long the male's
sperm takes to reach the egg.
July 18, 2026 (Week 2) The fertilized eggs make their way to the uterus,
where they will eventually become embedded in the lining. You may notice some
minor behavioral changes at this early stage.
July 25, 2026 (Week 3) By week 3, the embryos have implanted in the wall of
the uterus. Development begins and the embryos become dependent on the mother
for nutrition.
August 1, 2026 (Week 4) By Day 28 it is possible for your vet to
confirm pregnancy. The fetuses can be seen through ultrasound and also felt
through palpation. The fetuses are now a couple of centimeters long and the
spinal cord, eyes and other facial features begin to take shape.
August 8, 2026 (Week 5) Amniotic fluid will build to protect the pups from
around Day 32, so you will notice an increase in the bitch's size and
weight. You may also notice an increase in her appetite and should start
offering her more food as needed.
By Day 35 the embryos can now be considered fetuses as the organs begin to
develop and their shape becomes more obvious. It is at this point the sexes of
the fetuses are determined as their sex organs develop.
August 15, 2026 (Week 6) The fetuses continue to
develop. Their claws will develop by around Day40. By the end of
week six, the coat will begin to develop with each pup's distinct markings.
You should consider setting up a comfortable whelping box in a quiet place and
encourage the bitch to being sleeping there.
August 22, 2026 (Week 7) The neonatal pups are now
almost fully formed and are beginning to rapidly develop in size. The mother's
appetite will be very large at this point. Preparations for the whelping box
should now be completed.
August 29, 2026 (Week 8) I
FELT PUPPIES KICKING 8/-
-/26 (Grace WEIGHS lbs.)
Day 50 and the skeletons will
have developed; meaning the number of pups can now be determined by x-ray. The
mother will likely be expressing milk at this point ready for her pups. The
pups are now crowded in the uterus and birth could happen at any point! The
female may start digging, a natural nesting behavior, in the whelping box.
Sept. 5, 2026 (Week 9 - Whelping week) The female is ready for whelping and will likely be
quiet in preparation of labor. Rectal temperature can be taken a few times
daily to help indicate when labor will begin. A decrease in temperature
indicates that whelping will begin soon.
DOB 9/00/2026
Day 63 marks the average length of gestation in the dog and
is likely to be the day the pups are born.