I'm thrilled to introduce our new addition. Unfortunately she didn't want to come on her own so after waiting two days beyond her due date (and ultrasounding Enya during that time to make sure puppy wasn't in distress) we decided to go in and take her out. Often with singletons the dam doesn't go into labour on her own so we were ready.
She arrived this morning just before ten and started yelling. My vet said she is the loudest puppy she has ever sectioned! I love hearing that, it means she is strong and healthy, and weighing in at over a pound there is no doubt about it.
My clinic is wonderful and we know each other well, so after making a coffee run for the girls up front Marshall and I went back to meet our new little girl. Such a great experience for Marshall, he was so excited and full of questions about everything. He made friends with a very sweet cat who was in for a spay and who of course he wanted to take home with us, but one Doberman puppy was enough. ;)
As soon as Enya was out of surgery we put squawky mcgee on to nurse and all was quiet again.
She is so strong and vigorous, and nursing with no problem at all.
Both Momma and baby are home and settled, keeping warm under the heat lamp. Enya is a fantastic mother and this is going to be one very spoiled puppy.
I had some names waiting for him or her and so she has been named already....officially she will be registered as Braebrook's We Run the Night, and her call name will be Havana.
I have been up for two nights straight and managed to put my back out pretty bad sleeping on the couch last night, but it's amazing what a couple of extra strength Advil will do for you. I'm off to make more tea and just gaze lovingly at my new arrival. :)
Mariah - WOW!!! We are very happy for Enya, Havana, and you. What a great name - Toni wants to know if its to celebrate the city, the rum, or the cigars? Hope the the back clicks back into place and that you don't forget to drink the tea. Now we are crossing fingers etc and hoping for great news on/around 8 June!
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Hi Errol,
DeleteWe Run the Night is actually a song by Havana Brown so no connection to Cuba really but I love the name, and would celebrate with all three! ;)
Mariah
Congrats Mariah, Have you ever used a reptile heat bulb? I used on one my last litter and it gives off all the heat but without the light.
ReplyDeleteThanks Megan! I haven't tried a reptile lamp but that's a great idea.
DeleteCongratulations Mariah !!! She definitely looks strong and healthy. Can't really tell, is she a red or black ? Either way she's beautiful and I have to agree with everyone else, LOVE the name !
ReplyDeleteThanks Deneen! Some of the photos show her colour a bit funny but she is black. Glad you like the name, me too. ;)
DeleteCongrats Mariah!!! We're glad to know that she a healthy latina opera singer. The boys better watch out cause every one knows not to mess with a latina! Welcome to the world Havana. Ray/Mark
ReplyDeleteThank you Ray and Mark, she is going to be spoiled thats for sure!
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