Pups are 9 days old and I have got into a groove of groom a dog, do a feeding. Pups are gaining well.
1st born girl 13-5/8oz (brown and white)
2nd born boy 12-5/8oz (darkest brown and white)
3rd born boy 12-5/8oz (sable with white chin)
4th born girl 12-6/8oz (brown and white)
5th born girl 15-2/8oz (reddish brown)
Looking back at Jeannie's pups they have a similar growth rate. Jeannie is Raven's mom.
Each day I hold them, snuggle with them and kiss them to get them used to the touch. Sometimes I surprise one as they are sleeping and they will wriggle or make noises. It is part of the conditioning. They really enjoy when I put them next to my skin. It must be comforting as it is warm.
Can't wait till their eyes open and they get to see each other through the xpen.