The puppies can already be felt in this period but it is very difficult to count them. The uterus takes up about 2/3 of the abdomen. It is recommended to feed the female 3-5 times a day in smaller portions and increase the total food intake by 15-20% compared to amount of food before pregnancy. The mammary gland starts to swell and the hair around nipples sheds. The female should be already restricted from fast and exhausting activities or jumps.
TUESDAY
29.03.2016
Day 45
Ossification of pelvis and hair growth. The size of foetuses is about 9cm.
WEDNSDAY
30.03.2016
Day 46
Ossification of pelvis and hair growth.
THURSDAY
31.03.2016
Day 47
Ossification of pelvis and hair growth.
FRIDAY
01.04.2016
Day 48
The bitch starts to grow. She spends most time cleaning herself and taking care of herself, her mammary gland continues to swell. She starts to be restless and with approaching delivery day she seeks nesting place. She may start to dig holes and prepare her shelter.
SATURDAY
02.04.2016
Day 49
It is necessary to get the female used to her whelping box.
SUNDAY
03.04.2016
Day 50
The abdomen is now full of puppies and we can see them moving. The foetuses are now about 75% of the birth size. Their bodies now have fully developed heads and the size of puppies is now about 12cm. The bitch may now lose appetite (but this is not a rule). It is advisable to feed her more often but in smaller portions. The daily amount should now be increased by 25-50%.
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