Puppy litters are best handled with experienced breeders. The last person who stacked the whippets did the best job I have seen, she also was the one who laid them down as cute as they were. I have a close friend who is excellent with handling puppies and dogs in general. I use her when necessary. She and I work great together and I don't have to explain things to her.

I have worked with some breeders that want puppy photos and stacked photos in general with THEM behind the dog. Drives me crazy. It is harder to get a good stack from the front, but, it sure looks a heckuva lot better.

If a puppy just will not hold still, spin them. Literally take and hold them to you and spin in a circle until they are dizzy. Makes them much easier to handle

Can't really do that with pet owners, but most show people are all for making a tough job a bit easier. It really works