I have to admit, my girl friend's Golden Retriever Club came to my aid when I was seeking out written procedures on whelping. I'd gone to the library and had taken out many many books on the topic of Breeding and Whelping... but, none came close to what the Golden Retriever Club had made up for their members. Theirs was a thorough step by step walk through this experience that only Breeders would appreciate... because it also was written for someone under pressure or at their wits end. The calming aspect of it really helped me ... especially as a first time Breeder (20 yrs ago). Kate Syssoloff - Rockannand GSD Executive Secretary, BCGSDC SEL INTEGRA~SEL PATENT~BIM THE TANGO http://www.members.shaw.ca/rockannand -------Original Message------- From: ParavelGS@xxxxxxxxxxx Date: 07/04/05 09:53:02 To: showlist Subject: [ SHOWGSD-L ] Whelping "How did you gain knowledge and experience in whelping a litter before you bred and whelped your first litter? "