Tulip – Day 52 (Pre-Parturition)

We're in the Home Stretch!

Tulip has reached Day 52 of her pregnancy and, despite her growing figure, she hasn't slowed down one bit. That said, we are noticing some changes in her behaviour. She is spending more time seeking out quiet, peaceful corners away from the pack and has become much more affectionate. Belly rubs and cuddles are now in high demand, and she rarely misses an opportunity to be close by. The maternal instincts are definitely beginning to emerge.

At this stage, the puppies are well developed and entering the final phase of growth before birth. All major organs have formed, their limbs and facial features are fully recognizable, fur is developing, and even their tiny nails are taking shape. It is truly remarkable how much development occurs in such a short period of time.

As space becomes limited within the uterus, Tulip's abdomen is becoming increasingly crowded with puppies. Occasional fetal movement may now be visible from the outside, one of the most exciting milestones of pregnancy. While the puppies' development is largely complete, their primary focus over the next ten days will be growth in size. Approximately 75% of a puppy's birth weight is gained during the final three weeks of gestation.

Because of this rapid growth, nutrition is especially important. We continue to provide Tulip with a balanced, nutrient-rich diet consisting of a rotation of high-quality proteins, fresh farm eggs, vegetables, bone broth, prenatal supplements, and a pre and probiotic. She is currently eating two meals per day, but next week we will increase her meals to three times daily to help meet the growing demands of both mother and puppies.

Tulip's waistline continues to expand, with her tummy now measuring 34 inches or 83 cm approximately. There is no hiding the fact that she is carrying a precious litter of puppies!

Over the coming week, our focus will shift toward final preparations. We'll be setting up the whelping box, organizing puppy supplies, and ensuring Tulip has a quiet, comfortable space ready for delivery.

The countdown is officially on, and we can hardly wait to welcome these little ones into the world!

Stay tuned....

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