MelissaPenguin
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So a small briefing; My dog Hailey, about 3 years old, obviously not fixed has been 'got' by the neighbors dog. We never got her fixed because I don't have another dog (and my mothers dog, who I am currently staying with, is an fixed older female). I planned on it, but as already stated I live with my mother, and just don't have the extra money at the moment. Now, let me make this clear, my dog NEVER left my yard. She is in a fenced backyard on a chain, and their dog got into our backyard. The father is from 2 houses down. I've spoke with them a few times about their dog getting into our backyard, and honestly I haven't seen the dog lately and suspect they may have sold him.
We weren't even sure if he could get her, since he's a Silky Terrier, and we think he's still just a puppy. He doesn't 'look' like he's matured yet.
It's been a while since 'Mutt Mutt' has been over, but Hailey is definitely showing signs of being pregnant (enlarged nipples, MUCH wider around the ribs) and we've started planning on pups in the next 3 or so weeks.
My thoughts - Should we tell the neighbors about the pregnancy? My dog is a Whippet mix so since the pups should be small, she's got a naturally small frame and I'm a little worried about the birthing process. She's never been bred, and although she's healthy, and I'm starting her on a more nutritional diet, I'm worried about the actual labor. If she has to see a vet, I'll definitely be taking my bill to the neighbors, but that being said, should I tell them ahead of time about the puppies? On more than one occasion I have let their dog in my house to eat and get some water during the hot days, and have thought about keeping him (I would if we didn't live so close to each other). It's obvious they don't take very good care of their dog, and I'm worried they'll try to demand a puppy, which is NOT happening! My dog, MY puppies, and I know first hand they are not a fit home by my standards.
Help? Thoughts?
Photos!!!
Momma before:
Momma on 6/15/2011
Daddy:
We weren't even sure if he could get her, since he's a Silky Terrier, and we think he's still just a puppy. He doesn't 'look' like he's matured yet.
It's been a while since 'Mutt Mutt' has been over, but Hailey is definitely showing signs of being pregnant (enlarged nipples, MUCH wider around the ribs) and we've started planning on pups in the next 3 or so weeks.
My thoughts - Should we tell the neighbors about the pregnancy? My dog is a Whippet mix so since the pups should be small, she's got a naturally small frame and I'm a little worried about the birthing process. She's never been bred, and although she's healthy, and I'm starting her on a more nutritional diet, I'm worried about the actual labor. If she has to see a vet, I'll definitely be taking my bill to the neighbors, but that being said, should I tell them ahead of time about the puppies? On more than one occasion I have let their dog in my house to eat and get some water during the hot days, and have thought about keeping him (I would if we didn't live so close to each other). It's obvious they don't take very good care of their dog, and I'm worried they'll try to demand a puppy, which is NOT happening! My dog, MY puppies, and I know first hand they are not a fit home by my standards.
Help? Thoughts?
Photos!!!
Momma before:
Momma on 6/15/2011
Daddy: