Meg's puppies are doing well and all gaining weight and looking plump and sleek, with a little help from an occasional supplementary feed.  Meg herself is a confident and nonchalant mother who has already raised one large litter and can't see what all the fuss is about.

       Meg with her babies - more photos on the Puppy pages

She has almost returned to her pre-whelping exercise routine and is enjoying a regular playtime with her beloved ball.

The other dogs are still keeping a respectful distance from the nursery area, but Jess especially is aching to introduce herself to the latest arrivals, and loves to listen outside the door to their squeaks and murmurs.

It won't be long before we will see some eyes opening.....