42 days

We're went to Nationals in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin (Isn't that a mouthful!).  Pixie passed the 42 day mark while we were there.  She definitely has a McPooch now! What a fun trip.  We got to see Debbie, Alycia, Kevin and the newest member of the McCrew, Declan.  Such an adorable baby!  Maybe he'll let mom and dad get a little sleep once he figures out that he can see better by sunlight than moonlight.  And he's getting started out right by getting his first dog show in within the first month.  Not that it worked for Drew in the slightest!

"40 days
The abdominal swelling is already noticeable in the mother, especially if there is a considerable number of puppies."

Pixie has definitely taken on the appearance of being with pup. It is so cute.  When we got home Henry and Drew were both impressed. These pics are from Friday after I finally realized it was Friday.  She looks a *little* better due to some assistance but she still manages to look a little forlorn with the camera in her face.

One of the best parts about the trip was that we got to spend time with Alex and his mom, Becky.  Alex participated in the Junior Handler seminar with Pixie (which she loved - anything with treats and she is in Game on! mode).  He is a new Junior Handler who is very excited about getting one of the pups so we laughed that he was already training his puppy inutero.

6 weeks now

So the time is *slowly* ticking by.  She isn't any better about taking the pictures....Bad Girl .  Her eating is consistently a little slow in the am but she still likes the powder goo that she is getting.  We went for a run this am which she enjoyed greatly.  Me remember to bring a camera?  Never!

 

This is her thoughtful expression - she is contemplating leaving the photo shoot

 

We're at 5 weeks

She doesn't look that different to me from last week in these pictures.  But I'm also obsessing and now I'm trying to just not look at her. She is broader across the loin and ribs which doesn't show up here.  She is actually fuller around the middle. 

I hate waiting.

Pixie at 4 weeks

More belly shots.  Obviously she is particularly thrilled with the posing - NOT.  It's like pulling teeth!  I suppose it would be easier if I'd just pose her and have someone else take the pictures.  We're at slightly over 4 weeks.  There is definitely thickening of her waist, and her belly has more of a rounding.  It didn't stop her from helping Roady and Rocket out with the rabbit hunting they did yesterday.  5 more weeks to go!

I started her on a supplement that a couple of friends of mine have used.  It's called K9 Puppy Gold http://www.k9power.com/k9_puppy_gold.php  It can be used a formula if pups need supplemented.  It's a powder that smells kind of skunky/skanky/stanky.  She loves it and licks the bowl clean each meal.  Rocket seems to think he should have some as well.  Maybe he's having a sympathy pregnancy .