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2) Uncertain Wait

Caught in the pregnancy guessing game? Here’s how to get answers.

The Uncertain Wait stage of the PUPLIFE pathway can feel endless. Trying to “just forget” until pregnancy is confirmed is much easier said than done. Not every symptom indicates pregnancy, but there are key changes worth noting as your girl’s body adjusts.
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Use this time wisely by reviewing your breeding timeline and upcoming milestones. A little preparation now helps you stay calm, reduce risk, and cope with the disappointment if she is not pregnant, while having a clear plan B to guide your next steps.

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Ready for more personal support?

If the tools, tips and advice on this page have answered your question, chances are they've sparked a few more. Even though you may be nearing the end of your breeding journey, remember it's a marathon, not a sprint, and though time is of the essence, losing focus now can undo months of care and leave your breeding experience feeling more stressful than it needs to be.

Tucked away in the heart of Whelping World is the Support Club, a private clubhouse open 24/7, where members regularly meet to catch up, connect and share their progress. It's a welcoming, judgement-free space for dog owners who understand that personal support is the key to safeguarding their girl and her puppies.

Joining means you'll never have to second-guess your next step. With expert guidance and friendly faces just a message away, you can move forward with clarity and calm. Inside the Support Club, you'll find practical, down-to-earth guidance with:

• Regular Catch-up Calls – walk through your puppy placement process with confidence and find the right homes for every pup.
• Monthly Spotlight Sessions – deep-dive into focused topics like contracts, pricing, nutrition and handover preparation.
• Downloadable Templates – create your own deposit and holding fee receipts, puppy contracts and care sheets with ease.

The Support Club was born from The Breeders Brew podcast — where honest conversations turned into real-world support. New members join every month, bringing fresh perspectives and shared experiences that make every call feel like a chat among friends.

If that sounds like you, the Support Club is your next step. Join today and turn uncertainty into confidence, one conversation at a time.

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Your Go-To Guides

Practical help when you need it most
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Trusted resources created by breeders who understand what you’re going through.
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Wondering where to begin? Our Go-To Guides are a hand-picked mix of blogs, articles, podcast episodes and tip sheets that make preparing your puppies for their lifetime 5-star home feel simple and rewarding.

​Each guide reflects the PUPLIFE purpose by focusing on the steps you can take to protect your puppies, showing how the actions you take now can positively shape their experiences and influence their future.

Uncertain Wait Shopping List

Stage: U – Uncertain Wait · Shopping list

Use this waiting window to gather sensible basics without over-buying. Open the Uncertain Wait shopping list to see what’s worth having ready even before you know for sure.

Open Uncertain Wait shopping list

Uncertain Wait Jargon Buster

Stage: U – Uncertain Wait · Jargon buster

Make sense of early-breeding phrases like timing, progesterone and resorptions. Open the Jargon Buster filtered to Uncertain Wait so you only see terms that fit this stage.

Open Uncertain Wait jargon buster

 

Pregnancy & Puppy Predictor

Enter the owner’s name and email, then an ovulation date or a mating date. Optionally add pet name and breed (autofill).

Owner’s Name * Please enter the owner’s name.

Owner’s Email * Please enter a valid email address.

Pet Name

Breed

Ovulation date If both dates are entered, ovulation takes priority.

Mating date If only mating is entered, ovulation is assumed to be 2 days earlier.

Parasite protocol

None Chemical worming Worm screening

What’s this?

Chemical worming: Dam from day 40 of gestation until 2 days post-whelp, then dam & puppies at 3 weeks and every 2 weeks until 12 weeks, then puppies monthly until 6 months.
Screening: Dam at day 40; dam & pooled puppies at 3 weeks (once weaning starts); individual puppies at ~7 weeks; then puppy screening at 10–12 weeks and every 3 months thereafter.

Puppy viewings (optional)

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Not Sure You’re Getting Feeding Right?

If you’ve just completed the Puppy Feeding & Weaning Guide and still feel uncertain about portion sizes, timing, or the best way to make the switch to solids, the Support Club is your next step.

We created the Puppy Feeding & Weaning Whelping Wizard, so there’s no one better placed to help you fine-tune your routine and adapt it to your litter’s individual needs. Inside the Support Club, you’ll find practical guidance, friendly feedback and a community of owners who’ve been exactly where you are.

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Join today and gain the confidence to feed, wean, and raise healthy, thriving puppies with calm and clarity.