Ruby .............7 pups so far..........

Ruby our wonderful labradoodle started to produce her first litter at about 5.45 this morning. Lou was the ever watchful and present midwife. Ruby is doing just fine although a little confused and tired. Seven so far - we will have to wait and see if there are any more in the offing.

Will keep folk updated as things progress.

Huge thanks to Cat who went out of her way and provided ice cream and chocolate sustenance for the foal and puppy watchers last night. went down a treat - well at least some of it.

We are all pleased to have Tora, Hannah, Ren and Dylan here. Let's hope Ren gets fixed soon and can carry Hannah for miles and miles in her endurance season.