The spot

Daisy has finally settled on the kennel in my bedroom. She's been in there resting for the last hour and no longer is looking for me. She sleeps and then wakes with a start to nibble at her side and changes positions. Then dozes again. I don't see any contractions yet but I know first stage of labor has started.

I closed all the blinds and covered the kennel with a blanket so she feels more secure. It's very dark as you can see, had to use the flash for the 2nd shot. I'll keep checking on her every so often. Hopefully contractions will start soon. Pups can come within minutes or several hours after I can see contractions and I do not see any signs yet. No panting, no digging. Just resting. And nibbling. =)