The sixth grade class at Unitarian Universalist Church of Rockville built a whelping box for their class project this year! A whelping box is especially designed for mother dogs and their newborn puppies and has special features to keep everyone warm, comfortable and safe. This is so much cozier than the area I had created for them using a pair of old speakers, a crate and a bookcase.
The rails around the sides are called pig rails, they prevent a mother dog from trapping and smothering a puppy against the walls (this actually happened with one of my first foster dog families). The front panel is hinged so when the puppies are older I can put the side down to let them out. It's down right now to make it easier for Connie to get in and out herself.
Thanks to all of you who helped with the box!
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