Here is what is going on with BOO”s pregnancy days 22 thru 28…(the 17th is day 22)
Week Four (Days 22-28)
- DEVELOPMENT OF THE PUPPIES
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- Development of eyes and spinal cords
- Faces take shape
- Fetuses grow from 5-10 mm to 14-15 mm
- Organogenesis begins– Embryos are at their most susceptible to defects
- Days 26 – 32 are the best days to palpitate (i.e.. feel for the puppies)
- CHANGES IN BOO
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- Clear vaginal discharge
- Mammary development has begun
- After Day 26, palpitation may be possible to diagnose pregnancy
- CARE OF BOO
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- I have Limited strenuous activity ( working, jumping, long runs)
- Add 1/4 cup cottage cheese or a hard boiled egg to food on alternating days
