It is day 21 since Harriet ovulated and 17 days since insemination. This is a critical time for embryo implantation into the endometrium. We are making sure that Harriet does not run or roughhouse for the next couple of days I am anxiously awaiting August 5 which is the day of Harriet's ultrasound examination. Harriet loves to visit Dr. Callahan and she has some very nice technicians as well, so its a fun time for her! We should be able to see the little gestational sacs and

Harriet has been to visit Dr. Callahan today and her insemination was completed without any issues! Here is a picture of Harriet waiting patiently to go inside this morning: Canine semen is frozen in two different forms, 1) pellets and 2) straws. Our semen is in the straw form. Both are extremely successful in achieving conception, however, it is essential that the doctor doing the insemination follows the thawing instructions precisely. Most thawing techniques require that t

Harriet is going to the Veterinary Medical Center in Easton, Maryland in the morning tomorrow for her transcervical insemination procedure. We are all very excited and hopeful for success. Harriet will be very happy to see Dr. Callahan! Here is Harriet this evening: Harriet has turned out to be an outstanding mother and her puppies have been so sweet and gentle. We are very proud of her and we love her very much! Harriet is my little sweetie, I knew she was special not long a