Well it's day six, Tuesday, June 23, a cloudy day, but in the 60's. Cool enough to be pleasant, but I do wish the sun would shine a bit. We actually got some restful sleep last night. Kayla and the pups were so quiet that I popped up twice to make sure everyone was alright!
The flow in the house is going well. Emma (Kayla's mom) is allowed into the porch and living room and upstairs. The cat, Miss P, is out on the porch, but is allowed into the living room when Marion is in it watching the news. Ranger (Kayla's dad) and Rosa are out in the kennels, but are allowed into the living room and porch when Marion and Emma are upstairs. Needless to say, gates and great communication are needed to keep this flow smooth. Actually they all are enjoying being around each other. Emma, Ranger and Rosa are curious about the "squeaking pups", but seem to understand that Kayla is the boss in that area. We would let them all be in together, but they are big and would reek havoc with lamps, chairs etc. Rather we have them all play out in the fenced back yard.
Kayla and I went for a walk this morning, and she chased the ball for a bit. She likes stretching her legs. When we came in, she ate her second breakfast while I cleaned the whelping box, changed pads and weighed the pups. All are gaining nicely. As promised, here are a few pictures of the family, relaxed and content after nursing. As you can see they still bunch up, but one or two seem to like to be able to stretch and have their own space. The same one you see off to the side is the same one that tried to "walk" last night. Up on all fours, trying to walk over his brothers and sisters to get to "supper"! It was a site!
More tomorrow. Alice is coming back to stay for a day or two. I know that Kayla will be thrilled!
Pam
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