According to a lot of resources and people, today might be the day Rio’s Miniature puppies arrive. Could be today. Could be tomorrow. Could be???????? We’ll keep you updated as we feel puppies kick in Rio’s tummy.
Author: Kevin
Rio’s Vet Visit
Today we went to see Rio’s vet. The puppy’s skeletal systems have calcified enough to be seen in an x-ray. Even though the vet is not Rio’s favorite to visit, the vet said Rio looks great. Healthy and happy and really pregnant. Quick exam and off to get and x-ray. Upon Rio’s return we get…
Rio’s Ninth Week Update
During week 9 of Rio’s pregnancy, our Miniature Schnauzer puppies are fully developed and are preparing for their arrival into the world. Rio seems calm as she nears the end of her pregnancy. Exciting news, we felt puppies kicking Rio’s tummies. Every so often. Feels like there is a football game going on. We continue…
Rio’s Eighth Week Update
During week 8 of Rio’s pregnancy, our Miniature Schnauzer puppies are rapidly developing and growing. At this point, they have fully formed skeletons and their organs are continuing to mature. The puppies’ coat is also starting to become more noticeable, and their eyelids have opened, allowing them to see for the first time. Rio has…
Rio’s Seventh Week Update
Welcome to the Seventh Week of Rio’s pregnancy update! This week marks the final stretch before the puppies’ arrival, and excitement is building up as we prepare for the birth. The puppies are now fully formed, and their organs and body systems are functioning correctly. They are little walnuts, and their fur is becoming more…
Rio’s Sixth Week Update
Welcome to the Sixth Week of Rio’s pregnancy! This week is an exciting time as the puppies are rapidly approaching their due date. The puppies are now around an inch long and are continuing to grow rapidly. Their fur is becoming starting to develop, and their facial features are becoming more defined. The puppies have…
Rio’s Fifth Week Update
Welcome to the Fifth Week of Rio’s pregnancy! Another exciting milestone as the puppies continue to grow and develop rapidly. The puppies features are becoming more defined. Their skeletal system is starting to harden, and and they’re starting to take on the distinctive Schnauzer appearance. The puppies are also starting to develop their sense of…
Rio’s Fourth Week Update
Hello and welcome to the Fourth Week of Rio’s pregnancy! This week marks an exciting milestone as the puppies continue to grow and develop. The embryos have now become fully formed, have nearly tripled thier size, and are around 1/2 inch long, or about the size of a hazelnut. Their organs are continuing to develop…
Rio’s Third Week Update
Welcome to Third Week of Rio’s pregnancy! This week is an exciting time as the puppies continue to grow and develop rapidly. Heads are starting to develop and our puppies are starting to resemble tiny dogs! As the puppies continue to grow, Rio’s body is adjusting to the pregnancy. We think she is resting more,…
Rio’s Second Week Update
Welcome to Second Week of our Rio’s pregnancy! For those of you that do not know, Rio is our female Miniature Schnauzer. This week marks an exciting time as the embryos continue to develop and the pregnancy progresses. At this stage, the embryos are still multiplying. The heart, brain, and spinal cord are among the…