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Bella's Babies

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Bella to Dakota

Bella has been bred to Dakota and she is indeed confirmed pregnant so her babies should arrive around Valentine's Day. We are expecting solid blacks and all shades of liver from choc, red, orange and cream with this breeding! Presently we have 3 people on our waiting list waiting for females so we will only be taking more names at this time for males or either sex as we have no idea how many and what sexes will be arriving. Remember we still operate on a first come first serve bases so those that get their deposits in first will get the puppy of their choice.

Please click on the pic below to send me an e-mail if you are interested in getting your name(s) added to our waiting list for a Bella & Dakota puppy.

1. P. & E. Olfert - Female chocolate

2. S. Scott - Female chocolate

3. T. McInnes - Female gold, red or black no white face

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Pregnancy Calendar For Bella

Pregnancy Calendar for Dogs
Date:	Sun 13 Dec 2009
Sire:	Dakota
Dam:	Bella
Breeder:	Debbie Wiebe
1st WEEK	Check any and all medications with vet prior to administration Bitch should receive normal feeding and exercise regimen Do not use any insecticides or administer live vaccines.
Sun 13 Dec 2009	Day of first breeding. Sperm migrate beyond cervix. To increase chances of fertilization, the bitch should be bred again in approximately 48 hours after the first breeding.
Mon 14 Dec 2009	Sperm travel through oviducts. Sperm may survive for as long as 9 days.
Mon 14 Dec 2009 through Tue 15 Dec 2009	Sperm reach the oviducts where mature eggs are located.
Tue 15 Dec 2009 through Wed 16 Dec 2009	Fertilization of the egg (in the oviducts).
Wed 16 Dec 2009 through Fri 18 Dec 2009	Fertilized eggs migrate into the uterine horns.
2nd WEEK	Care of the bitch same as Week 1
Thu 24 Dec 2009 through Sat 26 Dec 2009	Eggs develop into blastocysts.
Thu 24 Dec 2009 through Thu 7 Jan 2010	Embryos enter uterus.
3rd WEEK	Bitch may start to experience morning sickness due to either hormonal changes or from uterine distension. Feed smaller meals several times a day to help with morning sickness. If morning sickness persists, your vet may prescribe a drug to relax the uterus. May perform ultrasound at this time to determine pregnancy - discuss possible risks of the procedure with your vet.
Sun 27 Dec 2009 through Sun 3 Jan 2010	On day 19 blastocysts implant in the uterine wall, forming embryonic vesicles. On day 22 embryos are visible.
4th WEEK	Bitch may start to have a clear, vaginal discharge. May use palpitation to diagnose pregnancy. Limit strenuous activity. May wish to increase protein in the bitch's diet. Feeding puppy kibble is a good way to accomplish this
Sat 2 Jan 2010 through Sat 9 Jan 2010	Eyes and spinal cords develop. Organ formation begins - at this time the embryos are at the highest susceptibility for defects. Mammary development begins.
Thu 7 Jan 2010 through Mon 11 Jan 2010	This is the best time to perform palpation to determine pregnancy. Embryos are approximately the size of a walnut, placed evenly in the uterine horns.
5th WEEK	Bitch begins to lose her 'tuck-up' as weight increases and puppies shift. Swelling of the vulva becomes more noticeable. Be aware of bitch's weight - do NOT overfeed. Palpitation no longer possible due to increased fluids in the uterus.
Sun 10 Jan 2010	Toes, whisker buds and claws begin development.
Sat 16 Jan 2010	Organ formation (organogenesis) ends. The fetuses now look like dogs, displaying head and trunk differentiation. Gender can be determined. Skin pigment begins to develop. May be able to hear fetal heartbeat with stethoscope. Bitch's nipples begin to darken and enlarge.
6th WEEK	Introduce bitch to whelping box/area - start having her sleep there. Increase frequency of meals, keeping an eye on her weight.
7th WEEK	Do not allow bitch to play rough with other dogs or to jump. May take radiographs to determine number and size of pups.
Tue 26 Jan 2010	Bones begin to mineralize. Puppies are easily felt through abdominal wall, although hard to count. Bitch will start to lose hair around the abdomen.
8th WEEK	Bitch's appetite may decrease due to abdominal crowding. May want to have bitch thoroughly checked with vet and discuss possible problems. Gather together your whelping kit and make preparations.
Fri 29 Jan 2010 through Sat 6 Feb 2010	Bitch begins to spend a lot more time in self-grooming. Breasts become even more swollen. Bitch may become a bit restless and search for a suitable place for whelping - make sure she is most comfortable in the area you have set up for whelping.
Sun 31 Jan 2010	Feed several smaller meals spaced throughout the day, as stomach is crowded. Fetal movement easily detected when bitch is at rest.
Sun 31 Jan 2010 through Mon 15 Feb 2010	Clean abdominal area and vulva with warm water. Give bitch a 'maternity clip' - trimming hair around nipples to allow pups easier access.
9th WEEK	Bitch's appetite may disappear as whelping time nears.
Wed 10 Feb 2010 - Sat 13 Feb 2010	Bitch may become restless and begin to display nesting behavior.
Thu 11 Feb 2010	Begin taking bitch's rectal temperature in the morning and evening. Normal temperature range is 100.2-100.8 degrees. When temperature drops below 99 degrees, puppies will likely be born within 24 hours.
Sun 14 Feb 2010	Bitch may become distressed - panting, pacing, appearing uncomfortable. Clear discharge from the vulva may occur.
Mon 15 Feb 2010	Expected date of whelp (based on an average). Whelping may occur anywhere from the 59th to the 66th day.

http://www.debstzu.com/phases_embryology.pdf

Click on the above link to see another view of the fetus/embryo development calandar.

A peek inside our Puppy Packs!

These are the items that you can expect to take home with your new puppy. Each gift bag contains:

- Sample of food your puppy is on

- gallon of our water

- tooth brush

- hair brush

- toys (ball, frisbee, stuffies, rope bones & teething toys)

- treats

- puppy pee pads

- rawhide bones & sticks

- milk bones

- bandana

- first hair clips

- 2 stainless steel bowls

- water bottle attachement

- hot water bottle

- collar & leash

- nail grinder

- food scoop

- plaque/picture frame

- hand sanatizer

- ear wipes

- paw towel

- blanket

- folder for all your new puppies records

- health record

- puppy sales contract your guarantee in writing

- brouchures, magazines & information

- duotang with Shih Tzu care & information (bred, history, eye, ear, nails, teeth, shots, play, house training, ect.)

- microchipped

- pedigree

- CKC registration papers to follow

- 6 weeks free pet insurance covering:

$750 to cover veterinary fees for illnesses and accidents
Your coverage begins after only 48 hours (from the date and time you take your puppy home) and continues for 6 weeks. We pay for 80% of fees at any veterinary practice. You are responsible for the first $50 per condition (the deductible).

$150 for advertising and reward
If your puppy is lost or stolen, call us and we will help.

$250 death benefit
In this unfortunate event we will share in your final costs.

A total of $1,150 worth of coverage.

- I also usually try to include a gift or two for the new owners as well as a token of my appreciation for you choosing me as your new puppies breeder!

* Please note that Puppy packages may vary slightly depending on availablity of some items. Puppy packs are also only available to those that pick up their puppy. If a puppy needs to be shipped and I put all that stuff in the crate then there would be no room for your puppy!

You can expect almost everything that you need to get you started with your new puppy will be include. It is my goal to give you and your new puppy the very best possible start so that all you need to do is take your new baby home with your gift bag and enjoy your newest family member knowing that all you need is inside the bag.

Potty training is well on the way and with some babies complete by the time you take your new puppy home. We use the potty park to get this process started for you. Crate training and seperation is also started so that your new puppy won't keep you up all night for the first few nights with you.

Pedigree for Bella & Dakota Babies

Sire Deb's Dark Knight Of Dakota BLK	Sire Sweet & Sassy's Cream Bellagio LVR	Sire Sweet N Sassy's Starbuck LVR	Sire Koko Kola LVR
			Dam Lor Ells Charmin WHT
		Dam Sweet & Sassy's Choc. YooHoo LVR	Sire Southwyck's Blackjack Flash BLK
			Dam Loli Pop BLK & WHT
	Dam Meyer's Once In A Blueberry Moon GLD, BLK MSK.	Sire Raven's Blue Streak BLU	*Sire* Smoken Blueberry Blues BLU
			Dam Barbi's Champagne Ice SLV, BLK MSK
		Dam Wee-Wa's Abby There In A Minute GLD & WHT, BLK MRKING	Sire Ch. Sharwin Ahead Of The Rest GLD & WHT
			Dam Wee-Wa's Rubys Rubik Cube LVR & WHT
Dam Mei-Li Mocha Bella LVR	Sire Teddy Bear Nestle' Kiss LVR	*Sire Puppiesinabox Black Magic BLK*	*Sire* Mishu's Black Imperial Wizzard BLK
			Dam Mishu's China Dalai Of Da-Lin BLK
		*Dam Puppiesinabox Dutch Chocolat' LVR & WHT*	Sire Glory Ridge Tigger Roo GLD & WHT, BLK MSK
			*Dam* Lil Lucy Lou LRV & WHT
	Dam Empress' Bella Reese LVR & WHT	*Sire Berry Liver Tiger LVR & WHT*	Sire Hoe Bogh Kan BLK & WHT
			Dam Liver Tiger Lily LVR & WHT
		Dam Empress' Hawaiian Dream SLV & WHT	Sire Riches Limited Edition BLK
			Dam DJ Holes Nancy BLK & WHT, BLK MSK