Ms Pink has already put on an ounce of weight which is quite unusual during the first few hours when the puppies generally lose a few tenths. She's strong, determined and not at all fragile. She's just small. So she crawls on top of the big boys to get her nipple and won't let go until she's pried off. Don't worry -- this little girl will grow up just fine.

The rest of the litter is very strong and all of them are nursing like champs. Cassidy is falling into her rhythm and so are Linda and I. These first two weeks are the toughest in terms of sleep but we love puppies and it's never a hardship to lay next to Cassidy in the box and let them snuggle with us when they've stopped nursing.

More photos tomorrow. Right now we're trying to get a few hours sleep so we can monitor the every-two-hour feedings all night long.

Thanks to everyone for the good wishes.

Jim